Give Us a Break
Igor & The Red Elvises · 1995
44 min · 16 tracks · folk rock
A lively blend of folk rock and funk that dances with infectious rhythms and playful melodies, capturing the spirit of Eastern European traditions.
Top tracks — play these first
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When My Dear Mother Was Seeing Me Off to the Army — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its heartfelt storytelling and traditional melodies, immediately showcasing the band's signature mix of humor and nostalgia.
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Odessa-Mama — An upbeat anthem that captures the essence of joy and celebration, this track blends driving rhythms with catchy choruses, making it a staple in their live performances.
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Volga Boatmen — This rendition transforms a classic Russian folk song into an exhilarating experience, incorporating vibrant instrumentation that highlights the band's ability to reinterpret cultural heritage through a modern lens.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- exuberant energy for gatherings
- dynamic flow with joyful peaks
- playful rhythms that invite movement
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of slow, introspective sounds
- prefer long, cohesive narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Give Us a Break' was released in 1995, Igor & The Red Elvises were carving a niche in the American music scene as pioneers of a unique fusion sound. This album followed their debut, establishing their distinctive style combining rockabilly, reggae, and folk influences while gaining traction for their energetic live performances.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gogol Bordello· The Bouncing Souls· DeVotchKa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 When My Dear Mother Was Seeing Me Off to the Army 3:04
- 2 Volga Boatmen 5:18
- 3 Half-Moon 3:05
- 4 Soldiers, the Brave Lads 2:22
- 5 Rowanberry Tree 4:24
- 6 Seni 1:39
- 7 Steppe 2:43
- 8 Odessa-Mama 3:51
- 9 Epic Song 2:28
- 10 Along the Street 2:22
- 11 By the Meadow 1:17
- 12 Nagaika 2:11
- 13 Wooden Log 2:52
- 14 Lemons Odessa-Mama 1:57
- 15 Luchina 3:44
- 16 Down Along the River 1:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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