Five
Goodbye Mr. Mackenzie · 1994
38 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant mix of gritty alternative rock and pop sensibilities, brimming with energetic hooks and darkly whimsical lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hard — The opening track sets an energetic tone with its driving rhythm and catchy chorus, encapsulating the band's raw power and lyrical wit.
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Niagara — This track combines poignant storytelling with a melodic hook, showcasing the band's ability to marry emotional depth with accessibility.
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The Day of Storms — With its atmospheric soundscape and introspective lyrics, this song highlights the band's evolution towards more complex themes and arrangements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of raw energy
- playful irreverence with sharp lyrics
- dynamic shifts in pacing
- for lively gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, expansive pieces
- seek mellow, laid-back vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1994, Five marked Goodbye Mr. Mackenzie's third studio album, following the success of their previous record, Hammer and Tongs. At this point in their career, the band was refining their sound and expanding their lyrical depth, moving towards a more cohesive identity within the alternative rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Wonder Stuff· The Mission· Ned's Atomic Dustbin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hard 2:18
- 2 Bam Bam 1:46
- 3 The Grip 2:34
- 4 Jim’s Killer 4:31
- 5 Niagara 3:37
- 6 Touch the Bullseye 3:11
- 7 The Day of Storms 2:30
- 8 Yelloueze 3:58
- 9 Bugdive 2:26
- 10 Normal Boy 2:10
- 11 Hands of the Receiver 3:32
- 12 Titanic 5:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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