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Neptune

The Northern Pikes · 1992

66 min · 15 tracks · rock music

A vibrant blend of hook-laden melodies and introspective lyrics, encapsulating early '90s Canadian rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • balanced progression with emotional peaks
  • hook-laden melodies for sing-alongs
  • for late-night drives

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1992, 'Neptune' was The Northern Pikes' third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Secrets of the Alibi'. At this point, the band had established themselves as key figures in the Canadian rock scene, building on their growing popularity from earlier releases.
Stylistic neighbors
Daniel Lanois· ZZ Top· John Mayer

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Twister 3:25
  • 2 Believe 4:36
  • 3 All This Man Can Do 3:52
  • 4 Worlds Away 4:20
  • 5 Why Cry 3:40
  • 6 Somedays 4:31
  • 7 Crocodile Tears 4:26
  • 8 What It's Really About 3:57
  • 9 Hold On 4:00
  • 10 Chain of Flowers 5:12
  • 11 Françesca 5:11
  • 12 Everything 3:40
  • 13 Straight Line 6:22
  • 14 Black Cat 3:39
  • 15 The Way You Are 5:14

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