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Peace and Love

The Pogues · 1989

45 min · 14 tracks · punk · Celtic punk

A spirited blend of Celtic punk and traditional Irish sounds wrapped in raw, heartfelt storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • spirited sing-alongs with friends
  • steady mid-tempo for gatherings
  • heartfelt storytelling in each track
  • late-night conversations over drinks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lyrical depth and nuance

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1989, 'Peace and Love' was The Pogues' fourth studio album and followed their previous commercial success, 'If I Should Fall from Grace with God.' At this point in their career, the band was transitioning through lineup changes, which influenced their evolving sound. This album also marked a period of increased experimentation with musical styles while maintaining their signature lyrical depth.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Gridlock 3:32
  • 2 White City 2:31
  • 3 Young Ned of the Hill 2:45
  • 4 Misty Morning, Albert Bridge 3:01
  • 5 Cotton Fields 2:51
  • 6 Blue Heaven 3:36
  • 7 Down All the Days 3:45
  • 8 USA 4:52
  • 9 Lorelei 3:33
  • 10 Gartloney Rats 2:32
  • 11 Boat Train 2:41
  • 12 Tombstone 2:57
  • 13 Night Train to Lorca 3:29
  • 14 London You're a Lady 2:55

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