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B-Sides and Abandoned Tracks

New Model Army · 1994

72 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock · post-punk

A raw collection of alternative rock anthems layered with introspective lyrics and driving rhythms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • introspective lyrics for deep reflection
  • driving rhythms for energizing moments
  • wave-like pacing with varied intensity
  • for late-night contemplation

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks
  • seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1994, 'B-Sides and Abandoned Tracks' served as a follow-up to New Model Army's acclaimed album 'Thunder and Consolation'. At this point in their career, the band was transitioning from their earlier post-punk roots into a more polished sound, while still retaining their political edge. This compilation highlights their evolution and showcases tracks that were previously overlooked or unreleased.
Stylistic neighbors
The Cult· Killing Joke· The Sisters of Mercy

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Heroin (12" mix) 5:27
  • 2 Adrenalin 3:47
  • 3 No Sense 2:44
  • 4 Trust 2:29
  • 5 Brave New World 12" Mix (Gregovich mix) 5:16
  • 6 R.I.P. 4:12
  • 7 Brave New World 2 3:24
  • 8 Ten Commandments 3:43
  • 9 Courage 3:18
  • 10 Lights Go Out (US remix) 6:31
  • 11 Deadeye 4:52
  • 12 Prison 4:13
  • 13 Curse 3:56
  • 14 Ghost of Your Father 3:25
  • 15 Modern Times 3:39
  • 16 Drummy B (Billy McCann version) 4:03
  • 17 Marry the Sea 4:46
  • 18 Sleepwalking 2:58

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