No Reins cover

Released 40 years ago

No Reins

Little River Band · 1986

56 min · 12 tracks · rock music

A harmonious blend of soft rock melodies and introspective lyrics, steeped in Australian charm.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo listening experience
  • introspective moments for reflection
  • warm melodies for cozy evenings
  • gentle flow for background ambiance
  • harmonious sounds for road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer instant gratification music

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1986, Little River Band was transitioning through their career after several successful albums like 'Sleeper Catcher' and 'Diamantina Cocktail'. 'No Reins' marked their tenth studio release, reflecting both a continuation of their signature sound and an adaptation to the changing music landscape. This album arrived in a period where the band's commercial peak was beginning to wane but still showcased their established reputation in rock music.
Stylistic neighbors
America· Bread· The Eagles

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Face in the Crowd 4:39
  • 2 It's Just a Matter of Time 4:48
  • 3 Time for Us 4:43
  • 4 No Reins on Me 4:39
  • 5 When the War Is Over 5:11
  • 6 Thin Ice 4:28
  • 7 How Many Nights 4:36
  • 8 Forever Blue 5:08
  • 9 Paper Paradise 4:12
  • 10 It Was the Night 5:58
  • 11 St. Louis 3:38
  • 12 The Netherlands 4:15

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