London 0 Hull 4
The Housemartins · 1986
47 min · 16 tracks · indie rock · Britpop
Jangly guitars and upbeat rhythms intertwine with sharp social commentary and harmonized vocals.
Why this album works
'London 0 Hull 4' received critical acclaim upon release, reaching No. 3 on the UK Albums Chart. The album's clever lyrics and catchy tunes helped shape the indie pop sound of the late '80s, influencing bands that followed it.
- Career context
- Released on June 1, 1986, 'London 0 Hull 4' marked The Housemartins' debut album, showcasing their blend of pop melodies and political lyrics. This album came after the band formed in 1983 and was pivotal in establishing their identity within the UK indie scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Blur· The Cranberries· Gustavo Cerati
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Happy Hour Standout 2:22
- 2 Get Up Off Our Knees 3:22
- 3 Flag Day Standout 5:25
- 4 Anxious 2:19
- 5 Reverends Revenge 1:27
- 6 Sitting on a Fence 2:58
- 7 Sheep Standout 2:17
- 8 Over There 2:58
- 9 Think for a Minute 3:30
- 10 We’re Not Deep 2:15
- 11 Lean on Me 4:28
- 12 Freedom 3:20
- 13 I’ll Be Your Shelter (Just Like a Shelter) 4:54
- 14 People Get Ready 1:42
- 15 The Mighty Ship 1:53
- 16 He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother 2:06
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