In the Long Grass
The Boomtown Rats · 1984
40 min · 10 tracks · new wave · punk · power pop
A vibrant fusion of new wave and art punk, laced with catchy hooks and introspective lyrics.
Why this album works
'In the Long Grass' marked a significant moment for The Boomtown Rats as it showcased their evolution amid the changing music landscape of the early '80s. Although it did not achieve the same level of commercial success as previous albums, it received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and musical experimentation, contributing to the band's lasting influence on the new wave movement.
- Best for
- steady pace for relaxed listening introspective themes for reflection catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- Context
- Released in 1984, 'In the Long Grass' was The Boomtown Rats' fifth studio album, following their commercial peak with 'The Fine Art of Surfacing' in 1979. At this point, the band was exploring a more mature sound, moving away from their earlier punk roots while still maintaining their signature energy and wit.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mark Mothersbaugh· Joe Jackson· Debbie Harry
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Hold of Me Standout 4:57
- 2 Drag Me Down Standout 4:30
- 3 Rain Standout 4:19
- 4 Over Again 3:46
- 5 Another Sad Story 3:47
- 6 Tonight 3:54
- 7 Hard Times 3:56
- 8 Lucky 3:36
- 9 An Icicle in the Sun 3:50
- 10 Up or Down 3:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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