Modern Life Is Rubbish
Blur · 1993
69 min · 20 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · pop rock
An eclectic mix of jangly guitars, witty lyrics, and vibrant melodies encapsulating early 90s British disillusionment.
Why this album works
This album is significant as it marked Blur's artistic shift towards social commentary and helped establish them as key figures in the Britpop movement. Critics highlighted its clever lyrics and catchy tunes, contributing to its positive reception and eventual influence on subsequent British bands.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with dynamic flow witty lyrics for thoughtful listeners an eclectic mix of sounds
- Context
- Released on May 10, 1993, 'Modern Life Is Rubbish' was Blur's second album, following their self-titled debut. At this point in their career, the band was transitioning from a more traditional Britpop sound to a sharper commentary on British culture, setting the stage for their later commercial success with 'Parklife'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ed Sheeran· Depeche Mode· Manic Street Preachers· Muse· Bryan Adams· Ellie Goulding· The Cure· Feeder
- If this clicks, go next to
- Parklife — Continues the vibrant melodies and witty lyrics with a more polished Britpop sound.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "For Tomorrow".
- 1 For Tomorrow Start here 4:19
- 2 Advert 3:45
- 3 Colin Zeal 3:16
- 4 Pressure on Julian 3:31
- 5 Star Shaped 3:26
- 6 Blue Jeans 3:54
- 7 Chemical World Standout 3:45
- 8 Intermission 2:29
- 9 Sunday Sunday Standout 2:38
- 10 Oily Water 5:00
- 11 Miss America 5:34
- 12 Villa Rosie 3:55
- 13 Coping 3:24
- 14 Turn It Up 3:21
- 15 Pop Scene 3:14
- 16 Resigned 5:14
- 17 Commercial Break 0:55
- 67 [silence] 0:08
- 68 When the Cows Come Home 3:49
- 69 Peach 3:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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