Released 40 years ago
Dreamtime
The Stranglers · 1986
66 min · 16 tracks · new wave · punk
A vibrant fusion of new wave and punk rock, blending melodic hooks with introspective lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- introspective moments for deep reflection
- vibrant melodies for active listening
- wave-like pacing with varied energy
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1986, 'Dreamtime' was The Stranglers' eighth studio album, following their commercially successful record 'Aural Sculpture'. At this point, the band was exploring more melodic and reflective themes, indicating a shift from their earlier punk roots toward a more mature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Cure· Siouxsie and the Banshees· Gang of Four
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Always the Sun 4:54
- 2 Dreamtime 3:43
- 3 Was It You 3:41
- 4 You’ll Always Reap What You Sow 5:18
- 5 Ghost Train 5:06
- 6 Nice in Nice 3:55
- 7 Big in America 3:19
- 8 Shakin’ Like a Leaf 2:37
- 9 Mayan Skies 4:00
- 10 Too Precious 6:45
- 11 Since You Went Away 2:52
- 12 Norman Normal 4:32
- 13 Dry Day 5:01
- 14 Hit Man 4:20
- 15 Was It You (7″ version) 2:57
- 16 Burnham Beeches 3:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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