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Outskirts

Blue Rodeo · 1987

49 min · 10 tracks · country rock

A blend of heartfelt melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in smooth country rock instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • heartfelt melodies for introspection
  • wave-like pacing with emotional peaks
  • for reflective road trips
  • smooth sound for evening relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career 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
Wilco· The Jayhawks· Ryan Adams

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Heart Like Mine 4:51
  • 2 Rose-Coloured Glasses 4:29
  • 3 Rebel 3:50
  • 4 Joker's Wild 4:11
  • 5 Piranha Pool 6:32
  • 6 Outskirts 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