Last of the Independents
The Pretenders · 1994
49 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock
A gritty blend of alternative rock and heartfelt balladry with an unmistakable edge.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo engagement
- heartfelt moments of reflection
- sing-along choruses with friends
- gritty emotional storytelling
- late-night drives with purpose
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Last of the Independents' was released in May 1994, The Pretenders were transitioning into a new era following their commercial resurgence with 'Packed!' in 1990. This album marked their return to the charts after a period of lineup changes, with Chrissie Hynde solidifying her role as the band's enduring frontwoman.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bangles· Blondie· Siouxsie and the Banshees
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hollywood Perfume 3:55
- 2 Night in My Veins 3:16
- 3 Money Talk 3:39
- 4 977 3:53
- 5 Revolution 4:32
- 6 All My Dreams 3:14
- 7 I’ll Stand by You 3:58
- 8 I’m a Mother 5:17
- 9 Tequila 1:04
- 10 Every Mother’s Son 3:36
- 11 Rebel Rock Me 3:07
- 12 Love Colours 4:32
- 13 Forever Young 5:05
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