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Great Southern Land

Icehouse · 1989

67 min · 16 tracks · new wave

A vibrant fusion of new wave and rock, echoing the vastness of the Australian landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • vibrant energy for road trips
  • climactic build towards emotional release
  • inviting sing-alongs with friends
  • nostalgic vibes of open landscapes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instantaneous gratification
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1989, Icehouse was riding high on the success of their previous albums, particularly 'Man of Colours' released in 1987. 'Great Southern Land' came as a follow-up, showcasing the band's evolution and ability to blend pop sensibilities with deeper lyrical themes. This period marked a consolidation of their sound and identity as a leading act in the Australian music scene.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Touch the Fire 3:49
  • 2 Can't Help Myself 3:43
  • 3 Hey, Little Girl 4:23
  • 4 Great Southern Land 5:21
  • 5 Paradise 4:45
  • 6 Sister 3:25
  • 7 No Promises 4:41
  • 8 Jimmy Dean 4:02
  • 9 Cross the Border 3:59
  • 10 Street Cafe 4:12
  • 11 Love in Motion 3:41
  • 12 Walls 4:23
  • 13 Baby You're So Strange 4:00
  • 14 We Can Get Together 3:47
  • 15 Mr. Big 3:33
  • 16 Don't Believe Anymore 5:16

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