Armchair Gurus
Hoodoo Gurus · 1997
61 min · 17 tracks · alternative rock · new wave
A vibrant blend of jangly guitars and catchy melodies that encapsulate the spirit of Australian rock.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow for relaxed listening
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- vibrant energy for casual gatherings
- gradual emotional shifts throughout
- for afternoon road trips
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid long, cohesive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, 'Armchair Gurus' was Hoodoo Gurus' fifth studio album, following their commercially successful 'Crush' from 1994. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place in the Australian rock scene after years of experimentation with sound and lineup changes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Church· The B-52's· Midnight Oil
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I'm Doing Fine 3:31
- 2 My Girl 2:39
- 3 Death-Defying 3:24
- 4 Come On 2:43
- 5 Shadow Me 3:39
- 6 A Thousand Miles Away 4:27
- 7 Fading Slow 4:16
- 8 Night Must Fall 4:07
- 9 Judgement Day 3:12
- 10 My Caravan 4:15
- 11 Nobody 4:23
- 12 Lover for a Friend 3:37
- 13 Waking Up Tired 2:54
- 14 Zanzibar 3:25
- 15 Show Some Emotion 2:58
- 16 I Was the One 4:10
- 17 Castles in the Air 4:05
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