Outskirts
Blue Rodeo · 1987
49 min · 10 tracks · country rock
A blend of heartfelt melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in smooth country rock instrumentation.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim upon its release, reaching number 7 on the Canadian Albums Chart and earning Juno Award nominations. Its influence extended into the Canadian music landscape, helping to popularize a more roots-oriented sound in the late 1980s.
- Best for
- heartfelt melodies for introspection wave-like pacing with emotional peaks for reflective road trips
- Context
- Outskirts marked Blue Rodeo's debut album, showcasing their unique sound that would later define Canadian country rock. Released in January 1987, this album set the stage for their rise in the music scene, establishing them as a distinctive voice in alternative country.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Los Lobos· Traveling Wilburys· Hank Williams Jr.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Heart Like Mine Standout 4:51
- 2 Rose-Coloured Glasses Standout 4:29
- 3 Rebel 3:50
- 4 Joker's Wild 4:11
- 5 Piranha Pool 6:32
- 6 Outskirts Standout 4:46
- 7 Underground 5:06
- 8 5 Will Get You Six 4:25
- 9 Try 4:05
- 10 Floating 7:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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