Mr. Trouble
Stan Ridgway · 2012
44 min · 10 tracks · new wave
A blend of haunting melodies and vivid storytelling that captures the essence of a restless wanderer.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Drowning Man Start here — This track exemplifies Ridgway's signature storytelling style, painting a vivid picture of despair and longing through atmospheric instrumentation.
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Mr. Trouble — The title track encapsulates the album's themes, merging catchy hooks with reflective lyrics that delve into personal challenges and resilience.
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Across the Border — This song highlights Ridgway's knack for blending socio-political commentary with poignant melody, making it a standout moment on the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- cinematic storytelling through sound
- steady pacing for deep reflection
- narrative-rich lyrics to ponder
- haunting melodies for introspection
- live tracks enrich the experience
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer upbeat party vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Reflects continued creativity after a long hiatus, showcasing introspection and narrative depth.
- Themes
- restless wanderer· personal challenges· socio-political commentary
- Career context
- Released in 2012, Mr. Trouble marks Stan Ridgway's first album in nearly a decade, following his 2003 effort, Snakebite: The A&M Years. This album reflects a period of introspection for Ridgway, who was exploring new themes and musical styles after years of relative quiet in his solo career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wall of Voodoo· The B-52's· Gordon Lightfoot
Tracklist
- 1 The Drowning Man Start here 3:43
- 2 All Too Much 4:41
- 3 Across the Border 4:43
- 4 Mr. Trouble 4:50
- 5 Gone Deep Underground 4:19
- 6 We Never Close 3:42
- 7 Afghan Forklift (live) 4:15
- 8 Turn A Blind Eye (live) 4:02
- 9 Stranded (live) 4:00
- 10 Camouflage (live) 6:31
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Heathen
David Bowie
Both albums explore personal introspection and socio-political themes with haunting melodies.
Boxer
The National
Shares a similar atmosphere of restlessness and vivid storytelling through rich, layered instrumentation.
Old Ideas
Leonard Cohen
Offers reflective lyrics on personal challenges and societal issues, wrapped in a haunting soundscape.
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