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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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