One for the Road
The Kinks · 1980
71 min · 19 tracks · hard rock · garage rock · power pop
A vibrant collection of classic Kinks hits, blending rock energy with poignant storytelling and catchy hooks.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks nostalgic reflections on youth catchy sing-along anthems
- Context
- Released on June 4, 1980, 'One for the Road' came during a period when The Kinks were revitalizing their career after years of fluctuating success. This live album followed the band's resurgence in the late 1970s with the 'Low Budget' studio album, showcasing their ability to captivate audiences through timeless hits and new material.
- If you like
- hard rock, garage rock, power pop
One for the Road is an album by The Kinks, released in 1980. A vibrant collection of classic Kinks hits, blending rock energy with poignant storytelling and catchy hooks. 'One for the Road' is notable for its critical acclaim, demonstrating The Kinks' lasting impact on rock music as they blended nostalgia with contemporary sound. The album reached No. 33 on the UK Albums Chart, further solidifying their status in the evolving rock landscape of the early '80s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does One for the Road sound like?
A vibrant collection of classic Kinks hits, blending rock energy with poignant storytelling and catchy hooks. Rooted in hard rock and garage rock.
What makes One for the Road by The Kinks notable?
'One for the Road' is notable for its critical acclaim, demonstrating The Kinks' lasting impact on rock music as they blended nostalgia with contemporary sound. The album reached No. 33 on the UK Albums Chart, further solidifying their status in the evolving rock landscape of the early '80s. Released on June 4, 1980, 'One for the Road' came during a period when The Kinks were revitalizing their career after years of fluctuating success. This live album followed the band's resurgence in the late 1970s with the 'Low Budget' studio album, showcasing their ability to captivate audiences through timeless hits and new material.
Who is One for the Road for?
One for the Road works well if you're into dynamic journey with peaks, nostalgic reflections on youth and catchy sing-along anthems.
How many songs are on One for the Road?
One for the Road has 19 tracks, running approximately 71 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Opening 1:44
- 2 Hardway 2:42
- 3 Catch Me Now I'm Falling 4:48
- 4 Where Have All the Good Times Gone 2:16
- 5 Lola Standout 5:41
- 6 Pressure 1:35
- 7 All Day and All of the Night 3:43
- 8 Misfits 3:28
- 9 Prince of the Punks 3:57
- 10 Stop Your Sobbing 2:31
- 11 Low Budget Standout 6:07
- 12 Attitude 3:52
- 13 Superman 6:27
- 14 National Health 4:12
- 15 'Till the End of the Day 2:44
- 16 Celluloid Heroes 7:21
- 17 You Really Got Me Standout 3:35
- 18 Victoria 2:33
- 19 David Watts 2:04
Release Date
June 4, 1980
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
71 min 30 sec
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