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Bite the Bullet

Hoodoo Gurus · 1998

60 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 pace for road trips
  • catchy choruses for sing-alongs
  • vibrant energy for gatherings
  • short tracks for quick bursts
  • playful irreverence throughout

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of slow, introspective music
  • prefer lengthy, immersive albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1998, 'Bite the Bullet' was Hoodoo Gurus' sixth studio album, following their acclaimed 1996 release 'Blue Cave'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a renewed interest in their sound after a period of lineup changes and evolving musical styles throughout the 1990s.
Stylistic neighbors
The Church· The B-52's· Midnight Oil

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Doctor Rock 3:12
  • 2 Down on Me 3:12
  • 3 Come Anytime 3:21
  • 4 Dig It Up 3:59
  • 5 You Open My Eyes 2:59
  • 6 I Want You Back 3:07
  • 7 Please Yourself 3:42
  • 8 Waking Up Tired 2:37
  • 9 Tojo 3:19
  • 10 Miss Freelove ’69 5:44
  • 11 1000 Miles Away 4:23
  • 12 What’s My Scene 3:42
  • 13 It’s Kingsy Time 0:52
  • 14 Be My Guru 4:02
  • 15 The Right Time 3:46
  • 16 Like Wow – Wipeout 4:03
  • 17 Wild Thing 4:05

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