Released 50 years ago this August
Main Street Jive
Richard Clapton · 1976
37 min · 8 tracks · rock & roll
A vibrant blend of rock and roll infused with Australian lyrical storytelling and melodic hooks.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove
- melodic storytelling for reflection
- for afternoon drives
- engaging lyrical narratives
- easy sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced tracks
- seek experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in August 1976, 'Main Street Jive' was Richard Clapton's third studio album, following his breakthrough record 'Girls on the Avenue'. By this time, Clapton had established himself as a significant figure in the Australian music scene, known for his distinctive voice and narrative-driven songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cold Chisel· Paul Kelly· The Angels
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Soldier of Fortune 5:28
- 2 Suit Yourself 3:38
- 3 Kickin' the Moon Around 4:02
- 4 Lonesome Heart 4:16
- 5 Need a Visionary 3:44
- 6 Factory Life 4:05
- 7 Casanova's Got the Blues 5:55
- 8 Islands of the Heart 5:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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