New Times cover

New Times

Violent Femmes · 1994

50 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · post-punk

A spirited blend of folk punk and alternative rock that captures youthful angst and introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • youthful angst and introspection
  • captivating storytelling throughout tracks
  • for casual gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 1994, 'New Times' marked Violent Femmes' return after a five-year hiatus following their third album, 'Why Do Birds Sing?'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a changing music landscape and seeking to redefine their sound while maintaining their distinctive lyrical style.
Stylistic neighbors
They Might Be Giants· Pavement· The Smiths

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Don’t Start Me on the Liquor 4:08
  • 2 New Times 4:07
  • 3 Breakin’ Up 4:01
  • 4 Key of 2 3:31
  • 5 4 Seasons 3:06
  • 6 Machine 4:39
  • 7 I’m Nothing 2:35
  • 8 When Everybody’s Happy 3:35
  • 9 Agamemnon 2:56
  • 10 This Island Life 5:31
  • 11 I Saw You in the Crowd 4:07
  • 12 Mirror Mirror (I See a Damsel) 4:30
  • 13 Jesus of Rio 3:33

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