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Oh! What a Lovely Tour

Babyshambles · 2008

150 min · 45 tracks · indie rock

A raw, energetic blend of indie rock infused with chaotic charm and introspective lyrics, capturing the spirit of a tumultuous era.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Carry On Up the Morning — This opening track sets a frenetic pace with its driving beat and catchy hooks, encapsulating the band's raw energy and lyrical wit.
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    Delivery — The song features sharp lyrics and a sing-along chorus, making it a standout anthem that showcases the band's ability to blend humor with poignant observations.
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    Albion — With its reflective lyrics and melodic progression, this track represents a moment of introspection amidst the album's otherwise chaotic atmosphere.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic peaks and troughs
  • engaging lyrical storytelling
  • for lively gatherings
  • energetic bursts of spontaneity
  • reflective moments amid chaos

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer straightforward listening
  • seek polished production clarity

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 2, 2008, Oh! What a Lovely Tour marked Babyshambles' first live album following their studio release, Shotter's Nation, in 2007. This period was crucial for frontman Pete Doherty as he sought to stabilize his career amidst personal struggles and public scrutiny. The album captures the band's live energy while reflecting their evolving sound post-rehab.
Stylistic neighbors
The Libertines· Arctic Monkeys· Pete Doherty

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Carry On Up the Morning 3:04
  • 2 Delivery 3:18
  • 3 Beg, Steal or Borrow 3:16
  • 4 Baddie's Boogie 3:48
  • 5 Unstookie Titled 4:37
  • 6 Side of the Road 3:09
  • 7 UnBiloTitled 4:09
  • 8 The Blinding 2:41
  • 9 You Talk 2:55
  • 10 Sedative 5:48
  • 11 Crumb Begging Baghead 3:40
  • 12 Lost Art of Murder / The Good Old Days 3:46
  • 13 There She Goes 6:25
  • 14 Albion 5:17
  • 15 Pipedown 2:50
  • 16 Killamangiro 3:55
  • 17 Back From the Dead 4:29
  • 18 I Wish 3:30
  • 19 Fuck Forever 6:23

Disc 2

  • 1 Intro 0:40
  • 2 Carry on Up the Morning 3:00
  • 3 Delivery 2:34
  • 4 Beg, Steal or Borrow 3:10
  • 5 Baddie's Boogie 3:37
  • 6 Unstookie Titled 4:28
  • 7 Side of the Road 2:44
  • 8 UnBiloTitled 3:52
  • 9 The Blinding 2:56
  • 10 You Talk 3:35
  • 11 Sedative 4:29
  • 12 Crumb Begging Baghead 3:21
  • 13 (Interval)
  • 14 Lost Art of Murder / The Good Old Days 5:24
  • 15 There She Goes 4:44
  • 16 Albion 4:59
  • 17 Pipedown 2:29
  • 18 Killamangiro 3:56
  • 19 Back From the Dead 4:50
  • 20 I Wish 2:41
  • 21 Fuck Forever 4:58
  • 22 End 0:44
  • 23 The Blinding
  • 24 Love You But You're Green
  • 25 Delivery
  • 26 You Talk

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