What makes Hold on It Hurts by Cornershop notable?

The album gained attention for its eclectic mix of styles and for the hit single 'Brimful of Asha', which later became an anthem of the British Asian experience. Its critical reception helped solidify Cornershop's role as influential figures in the indie rock genre, leading to increased visibility for South Asian artists in the UK music scene. Released in January 1994, 'Hold on It Hurts' marked Cornershop's second album, following their debut 'Tenacious' from 1993. At this point, the band was beginning to carve out a niche within the Britpop scene while exploring their unique cultural identity through music.

Who is Hold on It Hurts for?

Hold on It Hurts works well if you're into short bursts of playful energy, quirky narratives with cultural flair and headphone detail hunting on journeys.

How many songs are on Hold on It Hurts?

Hold on It Hurts has 14 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

Hold on It Hurts

Cornershop · 1994

46 min · 14 tracks · indie rock

A vibrant fusion of indie rock and South Asian musical influences that captures the spirit of 90s UK alternative culture.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Born Disco; Died Heavy Metal — This track epitomizes the band's witty commentary on music culture, blending catchy melodies with sharp lyrical insights about generational shifts in musical taste.
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You Always Said My Language Would Get Me Into Trouble — A standout track that showcases the band's ability to weave personal narrative with cultural critique, reflecting on themes of identity and communication struggles.
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Kalluri’s Radio — This song highlights the band's experimental approach, merging traditional Indian sounds with contemporary rock elements to create a distinctive sonic landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short bursts of playful energy
quirky narratives with cultural flair
headphone detail hunting on journeys
vibrant soundscapes for gatherings

Maybe skip if you

prefer lengthy, immersive albums
want straightforward structures

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in January 1994, 'Hold on It Hurts' marked Cornershop's second album, following their debut 'Tenacious' from 1993. At this point, the band was beginning to carve out a niche within the Britpop scene while exploring their unique cultural identity through music.
Stylistic neighbors: The Beta Band· Gogol Bordello· Beastie Boys

Tracklist

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

1 Jason Donovan/Tessa Sanderson 2:31
2 Kalluri’s Radio 4:20
3 Readers’ Wives 3:40
4 Change 1:57
5 Inside Rani 3:22
6 Born Disco; Died Heavy Metal 3:40
7 Counteraction 2:42
8 Where D’u Get Your Information 3:16
9 Tera Mera Pyar 2:04
10 You Always Said My Language Would Get Me Into Trouble 7:07
11 England’s Dreaming 3:36
12 Trip Easy 2:59
13 Summer Fun in a Beat Up Datsun 1:31
14 Breaking Every Rule Language English 3:17

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