Electric Chair
Hoodoo Gurus · 1997
61 min · 17 tracks · alternative rock · new wave
A vibrant blend of alternative rock energy and sharp lyrical wit that captures the essence of late '90s Australian music.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- sharp lyrical wit and humor
- dynamic flow with surprising shifts
- vibrant energy for group listening
- extended finale that rewards patience
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike playful, irreverent themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, 'Electric Chair' marked Hoodoo Gurus' sixth studio album, coming after their 1996 release 'Blue Cave'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a changing music landscape while still retaining their signature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Church· The B-52's· Midnight Oil
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Real Deal 4:44
- 2 Godfearing Family Man 4:54
- 3 Quicksand 3:32
- 4 Down on Me 3:24
- 5 Be My Guru 2:38
- 6 Death Ship 2:35
- 7 Hypocrite Blues 3:00
- 8 Glamourpuss 2:35
- 9 Where’s the Action? 3:40
- 10 Brainscan 3:19
- 11 I Think You Know 3:32
- 12 I Was a Kamikaze Pilot 3:09
- 13 Axegrinder 3:24
- 14 Gene Hackman 2:26
- 15 A Hard Day’s Night 2:31
- 16 The Right Time 3:53
- 17 Form a Circle 7:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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