In a Foreign Town
Peter Hammill · 1988
55 min · 12 tracks · rock music
A contemplative blend of rock and introspective lyrics that navigate life's complexities across varied musical landscapes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- contemplative late-night listening
- narrative explorations of life
- thought-provoking lyrical depth
- patient unfolding of themes
- intimate moments of reflection
Maybe skip if you want
- seek instant gratification
- prefer upbeat party tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1988, 'In a Foreign Town' was Peter Hammill's twelfth studio album, showcasing his evolution as a solo artist after the dissolution of Van der Graaf Generator. At this point, Hammill was experimenting with diverse sounds while maintaining his signature narrative style, which had grown increasingly sophisticated over the years.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Van der Graaf Generator· Robert Wyatt· King Crimson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hemlock 6:29
- 2 Invisible Ink 4:19
- 3 Sci-Finance (Revisited) 4:22
- 4 This Book 5:14
- 5 Time to Burn 3:44
- 6 Auto 3:58
- 7 Vote Brand X 4:03
- 8 Sun City Night Life 4:34
- 9 The Play's The Thing 4:54
- 10 Under Cover Names 4:19
- 11 Smile 5:18
- 12 Time to Burn (instrumental) 3:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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