Decades Apart
The Stranglers · 2010
132 min · 35 tracks · new wave
A vibrant blend of punk energy and new wave melodies that celebrates The Stranglers' rich legacy while exploring new sonic territories.
Top tracks — play these first
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Retro Rockets Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Golden Brown — This track epitomizes The Stranglers' signature sound with its haunting melody and intricate instrumentation, illustrating their ability to blend lyrical depth with musical innovation.
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(Get a) Grip (on Yourself) — An energetic anthem showcasing raw punk vigor, this track captures the band's early spirit while resonating with themes of self-empowerment and resilience.
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Peaches — This provocative track balances playful lyrics with an infectious groove, making it a quintessential example of The Stranglers' ability to challenge norms through humor and sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with varied intensity
- poignant reflections on life's complexities
- wave-like pacing for engagement
- for nostalgic afternoons
- vibrant melodies to energize
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy listening experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Represents a rejuvenation for the band after a long hiatus, showcasing adaptability.
- Themes
- nostalgic celebration· punk resilience· 35th anniversary reflections
- Moods
- Nostalgic· Introspective
- Career context
- Released in 2010, Decades Apart marks The Stranglers' first studio album in over a decade, following the 2004 release of Norfolk Coast. The album reflects a period of rejuvenation for the band, showcasing their evolution while retaining the essence of their classic sound. This release came as they celebrated their 35th anniversary, emphasizing both nostalgia and contemporary relevance.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Cure· Siouxsie and the Banshees· Gang of Four
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Something Better Change
The narrator shifts from personal lament to broader social critique, expressing a yearning for transformation amidst stagnation.
This transition from introspection to societal commentary highlights the band's knack for weaving personal narratives into larger political themes.
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Retro Rockets Start here 3:44
- 2 (Get a) Grip (on Yourself) 4:02
- 3 Peaches 4:06
- 4 Go Buddy Go 3:58
- 5 Something Better Change 3:36
- 6 No More Heroes 3:28
- 7 5 Minutes 3:16
- 8 Nice 'n' Sleazy 3:12
- 9 Walk On By 6:21
- 10 Duchess 2:30
- 11 Nuclear Device 3:31
- 12 Waltzinblack 3:37
- 13 Golden Brown 3:27
- 14 La Folie 6:05
- 15 Strange Little Girl 2:41
- 16 European Female 4:01
- 17 Skin Deep 3:54
- 18 No Mercy 3:33
Disc 2
- 1 Always the Sun 3:59
- 2 Nice in Nice 3:46
- 3 All Day & All of the Night 2:30
- 4 96 Tears 3:04
- 5 Heaven or Hell 4:31
- 6 Time to Die 3:50
- 7 Sugar Bullets 5:27
- 8 Golden Boy 3:14
- 9 Lies & Deception 3:51
- 10 In Heaven She Walks 3:48
- 11 Coup de grace 3:23
- 12 Norfolk Coast 3:45
- 13 Big Thing Coming 3:01
- 14 Long Black Veil 4:03
- 15 Unbroken 3:47
- 16 Spectre of Love 3:36
- 17 I Don't See the World Like You Do 3:26
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