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Released 20 years ago

One Out of the Bag

Split Enz · 2006

73 min · 18 tracks · new wave · pop rock · progressive rock

A vibrant collage of art pop and new wave that showcases Split Enz's eclectic musical evolution.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • vibrant collage of eclectic sounds
  • playful energy for group listening
  • catchy tunes for sing-alongs
  • reflective moments amidst upbeat tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, single-focused albums
  • seek instant gratification in tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2006, 'One Out of the Bag' marked a significant moment for Split Enz as it was their first studio album in over two decades. By this time, the band had evolved from their early roots in the late 1970s into a more mature sound, reflecting on their legacy while embracing contemporary influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Crowded House· XTC· The B-52's

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Shark Attack 3:34
  • 2 Poor Boy 3:46
  • 3 One Step Ahead 2:53
  • 4 Give It a Whirl 3:06
  • 5 Nobody Takes Me Seriously 3:37
  • 6 Double Happy 4:26
  • 7 Message to My Girl 6:10
  • 8 Dirty Creature 5:34
  • 9 Stuff and Nonsense 4:30
  • 10 Strait Ol' Line 4:42
  • 11 Pioneer 2:03
  • 12 Six Months in a Leaky Boat 4:37
  • 13 I Got You 3:49
  • 14 What's the Matter With You 3:32
  • 15 I See Red 4:37
  • 16 I Hope I Never 4:55
  • 17 Take a Walk 3:38
  • 18 History Never Repeats 3:56

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