Chisel
Cold Chisel · 1991
97 min · 23 tracks · hard rock · rock & roll · pub rock
A vibrant fusion of hard rock and pub rock, infused with storytelling and Australian spirit.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic peaks and valleys storytelling that evokes nostalgia for late-night drives
- Context
- Released in 1991, 'Chisel' was Cold Chisel's fifth studio album, coming after their 1984 record 'Twentieth Century'. At this point, the band had solidified their reputation as one of Australia's premier rock acts, blending personal narratives with broader socio-political themes in their music.
- If you like
- hard rock, rock & roll, pub rock
Chisel is an album by Cold Chisel, released in 1991. A vibrant fusion of hard rock and pub rock, infused with storytelling and Australian spirit. The album features several tracks that became staples in Australian rock culture, like 'Flame Trees' and 'Khe Sanh', which are often cited in discussions about Australia's musical identity. 'Chisel' achieved commercial success, reaching high chart positions and contributing to the band's lasting legacy within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Chisel sound like?
A vibrant fusion of hard rock and pub rock, infused with storytelling and Australian spirit. Rooted in hard rock and rock & roll.
What makes Chisel by Cold Chisel notable?
The album features several tracks that became staples in Australian rock culture, like 'Flame Trees' and 'Khe Sanh', which are often cited in discussions about Australia's musical identity. 'Chisel' achieved commercial success, reaching high chart positions and contributing to the band's lasting legacy within the genre. Released in 1991, 'Chisel' was Cold Chisel's fifth studio album, coming after their 1984 record 'Twentieth Century'. At this point, the band had solidified their reputation as one of Australia's premier rock acts, blending personal narratives with broader socio-political themes in their music.
Who is Chisel for?
Chisel works well if you're into dynamic peaks and valleys, storytelling that evokes nostalgia and for late-night drives.
How many songs are on Chisel?
Chisel has 23 tracks, running approximately 97 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Standing on the Outside 2:54
- 2 Rising Sun 3:27
- 3 You Got Nothing I Want 3:16
- 4 No Sense 2:59
- 5 Misfits 4:19
- 6 Breakfast at Sweethearts 4:10
- 7 My Baby 4:01
- 8 Bow River Standout 5:49
- 9 Choir Girl 3:14
- 10 Cheap Wine 3:24
- 11 Forever Now 4:27
- 12 Saturday Night 4:21
- 13 Flame Trees Standout 4:24
- 14 Merry‐Go‐Round 3:43
- 15 Star Hotel 3:53
- 16 Goodbye (Astrid Goodbye) 5:48
- 17 When the War Is Over 4:25
- 18 Khe Sanh Standout 4:10
Disc 2
- 1 One Long Day 8:11
- 2 Home and Broken Hearted 3:23
- 3 Merry‐Go‐Round 4:25
- 4 Mona and the Preacher 3:46
- 5 Wild Thing 5:07
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