Oil & Gold
Shriekback · 1985
44 min · 10 tracks · post-punk
A vibrant fusion of post-punk energy and eclectic grooves layered with haunting melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove exploration
- haunting melodies for introspection
- eclectic rhythms for focused work
- in-order listening for cohesion
Maybe skip if you want
- dislike steady, consistent pacing
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Oil & Gold was Shriekback's third studio album, released in 1985 following their more experimental work on their previous album, Jam Science. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound, blending elements of rock, funk, and electronic music. This album marked a significant evolution in their style as they sought to expand their audience beyond the post-punk scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Swans· Dolphin· John Lydon
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Malaria 4:29
- 2 Everything That Rises Must Converge 4:03
- 3 Fish Below the Ice 4:24
- 4 This Big Hush 6:11
- 5 Faded Flowers 3:44
- 6 Nemesis 3:43
- 7 Only Thing That Shines 4:23
- 8 Health and Knowledge and Wealth and Power 4:44
- 9 Hammerheads 4:17
- 10 Coelocanth 4:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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