Break Up the Concrete
The Pretenders · 2008
43 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant fusion of rock and pop with a refreshing, melodic energy that reflects resilience and nostalgia.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- vibrant melodies for nostalgic vibes
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- resilient themes of love and
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek lengthy experimental pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2008, 'Break Up the Concrete' marked The Pretenders' first album in nearly a decade, following 1999's 'Viva El Amor.' This period saw lead singer Chrissie Hynde navigating both personal challenges and the evolving music landscape, re-establishing the band’s presence after years of relative commercial quietude.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bangles· Blondie· Siouxsie and the Banshees
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Boots of Chinese Plastic 2:31
- 2 The Nothing Maker 3:58
- 3 Don’t Lose Faith in Me 2:45
- 4 Don’t Cut Your Hair 2:14
- 5 Love’s a Mystery 3:01
- 6 The Last Ride 3:40
- 7 Almost Perfect 4:48
- 8 You Didn’t Have To 3:09
- 9 Rosalee 4:14
- 10 Break Up the Concrete 2:41
- 11 One Thing Never Changed 3:51
- 12 I Go to Sleep 2:38
- 13 Both Sides of Goodbye 3:43
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