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Down in Albion

Babyshambles · 2005

63 min · 16 tracks · indie rock

Raw and raucous, the album marries gritty storytelling with a chaotic blend of indie rock melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • wave-like pacing experiences
  • gritty storytelling moments

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in November 2005, 'Down in Albion' is Babyshambles' debut album, emerging during frontman Pete Doherty's tumultuous rise to fame following his split from The Libertines. This album marked a significant phase in Doherty's career as he transitioned into a solo project while navigating personal struggles and public scrutiny.
Stylistic neighbors
The Libertines· Arctic Monkeys· Pete Doherty

Tracklist

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

  • 1 La Belle et la Bête 5:05
  • 2 Fuck Forever 4:37
  • 3 A’rebours 3:23
  • 4 The 32nd of December 3:08
  • 5 Pipedown 2:35
  • 6 Sticks and Stones 4:51
  • 7 Killamangiro 3:13
  • 8 8 Dead Boys 4:16
  • 9 In Love With a Feeling 2:51
  • 10 Pentonville 3:49
  • 11 What Katy Did Next 3:07
  • 12 Albion 5:24
  • 13 Back From the Dead 2:52
  • 14 Loyalty Song 3:32
  • 15 Up the Morning 5:43
  • 16 Merry Go Round 5:22

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