Of Skins and Heart
The Church · 1981
51 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · new wave
Ethereal guitars intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape of early 80s alternative rock.
Why this album works
'Of Skins and Heart' is significant for its critical acclaim and influence on the Australian alternative rock movement. It features the hit single 'The Unguarded Moment', which reached number 24 on the Australian charts, solidifying The Church's presence in the music industry and earning them a dedicated fanbase.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions introspective late-night reflections
- Context
- Released as The Church's debut album in January 1981, 'Of Skins and Heart' marked the beginning of their influential career in the Australian music scene. The band was relatively unknown at the time, but this album set the stage for their evolution into a prominent alternative rock act.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds· Powderfinger· Midnight Oil· Crowded House· Birds of Tokyo· Eskimo Joe· Grinspoon· Silverchair
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 For a Moment We're Strangers 3:57
- 2 Chrome Injury Standout 4:01
- 3 The Unguarded Moment Standout 4:12
- 4 Memories in Future Tense Standout 4:46
- 5 Bel-Air 3:57
- 6 Is This Where You Live 7:40
- 7 She Never Said 3:16
- 8 Fighter Pilot... Korean War 4:29
- 9 Don't Open the Door to Strangers 3:32
- 10 Too Fast for You 3:33
- 11 Tear It All Away 4:19
- 12 Sisters 3:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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