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Released 30 years ago

Farewell

Oingo Boingo · 1996

146 min · 30 tracks · new wave · post-punk · ska

A vibrant fusion of ska, rock, and new wave that captures the band's eclectic spirit and theatrical flair.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • theatrical and eclectic vibes
  • varied pacing throughout album
  • thought-provoking lyrical themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on April 16, 1996, 'Farewell' marked Oingo Boingo's final studio album before disbanding, concluding a career that spanned over 17 years. At this point, the band had transitioned from their initial new wave style to a more eclectic rock sound, reflecting their artistic evolution and maturity in songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
The B-52's· Devo· Fishbone

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Insanity 7:42
  • 2 Little Girls 3:55
  • 3 Cinderella Undercover 4:45
  • 4 Controller 2:50
  • 5 Burn Me Up 2:53
  • 6 Insects 3:04
  • 7 No One Lives Forever 4:12
  • 8 Hey! 7:45
  • 9 Reptiles and Samurai 5:41
  • 10 Water 4:04
  • 11 I Am the Walrus 4:03
  • 12 Piggies 6:47
  • 13 We Close Our Eyes 4:13
  • 14 Mary 6:09
  • 15 Can't See (Useless) 4:23

Disc 2

  • 1 Helpless 3:55
  • 2 I'm So Bad 3:38
  • 3 Change 8:49
  • 4 Stay 3:40
  • 5 Who Do You Want To Be Today 2:59
  • 6 On the Outside 3:36
  • 7 Wild Sex (In the Working Class) 4:38
  • 8 Dead Man's Party 6:07
  • 9 Nasty Habits 5:32
  • 10 Clowns of Death 6:50
  • 11 Ain't This the Life 3:14
  • 12 Whole Day Off 4:28
  • 13 Grey Matter 6:19
  • 14 No Spill Blood 5:22
  • 15 Only a Lad 4:20

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