Gold Afternoon Fix cover

Gold Afternoon Fix

The Church · 1990

57 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · new wave

A shimmering blend of ethereal guitars and introspective lyrics encapsulating an Australian alternative rock sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • introspective listening on quiet evenings
  • shimmering soundscapes for contemplation
  • emotional depth in lyrical themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek fast-paced energetic tracks
  • prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1990, 'Gold Afternoon Fix' is The Church's fifth studio album, following their commercial success with 'Starfish' in 1988. At this point in their career, the band was navigating the complexities of maintaining their artistic identity while appealing to a broader audience.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Pharaoh 3:56
  • 2 Metropolis 4:46
  • 3 Terra Nova Cain 5:12
  • 4 City 3:24
  • 5 Monday Morning 2:45
  • 6 Russian Autumn Heart 4:08
  • 7 Essence 5:15
  • 8 You're Still Beautiful 3:09
  • 9 Disappointment 6:12
  • 10 Transient 4:26
  • 11 Laughing 4:37
  • 12 Fading Away 3:39
  • 13 Grind 6:08

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