Dead Center
Game Theory · 1984
79 min · 21 tracks · power pop
Melodic power pop intertwines with introspective lyrics, creating a vibrant soundscape that showcases Game Theory's unique artistry.
Top tracks — play these first
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Nine Lives to Rigel Five — This opening track sets the tone with its infectious melody and clever wordplay, perfectly encapsulating the band's power pop essence.
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Penny, Things Won’t — With its jangly guitars and introspective lyrics, this song highlights Game Theory's knack for blending catchy hooks with thoughtful themes.
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Too Late for Tears — This track demonstrates the album's emotional range, combining poignant lyrics with an engaging arrangement that resonates deeply with listeners.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Penny, Things Won’t
The verse shifts between hopeful and resigned tones, reflecting a deep sense of disillusionment and personal struggle.
The alternating tone creates a dynamic emotional landscape that draws listeners into the narrative of conflict and resolution.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Nine Lives to Rigel Five 2:42
- 2 Penny, Things Won’t 5:16
- 3 Dead Center (French LP Version) 3:55
- 4 The Red Baron 3:34
- 5 The Letter 2:02
- 6 Shark Pretty 4:00
- 7 Metal and Glass Exact 3:33
- 8 Selfish Again 4:08
- 9 Too Late for Tears 3:42
- 10 Life in July 2:38
- 11 No Matter What (Demo) 2:52
- 12 Mother of Pearl (Live) 4:29
- 13 Nine Lives to Rigel Five (Live) 2:25
- 14 Trouble (Live) 2:54
- 15 Shark Pretty (Live) 4:03
- 16 Gloria (Live) 3:41
- 17 Too Late for Tears (Michael Q's "George Martin" Rough mix) 3:47
- 18 Radio Free Europe (Live) 4:12
- 19 Penny, Things Won’t (Live) 5:15
- 20 Say It Ain’t So Joe (Radio Session) 4:02
- 21 Dead Center (Flexi Disc Version) 6:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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