Learning to Flinch
76 min · 17 tracks · folk rock · hard rock · blues rock
Warren Zevon's sharp wit and dark humor intertwine with a blend of rock, blues, and folk influences.
Learning to Flinch is an album by Warren Zevon. Warren Zevon's sharp wit and dark humor intertwine with a blend of rock, blues, and folk influences. The album is notable for its critical reception, highlighted by positive reviews in major publications such as Rolling Stone, which praised Zevon's lyrical depth and performance energy. Additionally, it features some of his most recognized songs, solidifying his legacy as a master storyteller in rock music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Learning to Flinch sound like?
Warren Zevon's sharp wit and dark humor intertwine with a blend of rock, blues, and folk influences. Rooted in folk rock and hard rock.
What makes Learning to Flinch by Warren Zevon notable?
The album is notable for its critical reception, highlighted by positive reviews in major publications such as Rolling Stone, which praised Zevon's lyrical depth and performance energy. Additionally, it features some of his most recognized songs, solidifying his legacy as a master storyteller in rock music. Released in 1987, 'Learning to Flinch' came during a period of resurgence for Warren Zevon after his 1980s hiatus. This live album showcases his signature storytelling style and was recorded at a time when he was reestablishing himself in the music scene following the commercial success of 'Sentimental Hygiene' in 1987.
How many songs are on Learning to Flinch?
Learning to Flinch has 17 tracks, running approximately 76 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Splendid Isolation 4:20
- 2 Lawyers, Guns & Money Standout 3:21
- 3 Mr. Bad Example Standout 3:08
- 4 Excitable Boy 2:41
- 5 Hasten Down the Wind 3:40
- 6 The French Inhaler 4:22
- 7 Worrier King 4:05
- 8 Roland Chorale 1:30
- 9 Roland the Headless Thompson Gunner 11:18
- 10 Searching for a Heart 3:50
- 11 Boom Boom Mancini 3:17
- 12 Jungle Work 4:54
- 13 Piano Fighter 4:08
- 14 Werewolves of London Standout 4:09
- 15 The Indifference of Heaven 4:13
- 16 Poor Poor Pitiful Me 9:38
- 17 Play It All Night Long 3:48
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
76 min 29 sec
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