London 0 Hull 4 cover

Released 40 years ago this June

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • short, punchy songs
  • engaging lyrical storytelling
  • uplifting and reflective moments

Where this album fits

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· 7B

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Happy Hour 2:22
  • 2 Get Up Off Our Knees 3:22
  • 3 Flag Day 5:25
  • 4 Anxious 2:19
  • 5 Reverends Revenge 1:27
  • 6 Sitting on a Fence 2:58
  • 7 Sheep 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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