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Peggy Suicide

Julian Cope · 1991

76 min · 18 tracks · post-punk

An eclectic mix of post-punk energy and psychedelic introspection, merging dark themes with vibrant melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with varied pacing
  • psychedelic introspection and vibrant melodies
  • reflective moments for deep thinking
  • engaging narratives across multiple tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, instant gratification
  • seek constant high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1991, 'Peggy Suicide' was Julian Cope's fifth studio album and followed his acclaimed work 'Fried.' At this point in his career, Cope had transitioned from mainstream success with The Teardrop Explodes to a more avant-garde solo artist, embracing experimental sounds and lyrical depth. This album reflected his artistic reinvention amid personal struggles and shifting musical landscapes.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Pristeen 4:40
  • 2 Double Vegetation 3:51
  • 3 East Easy Rider 4:00
  • 4 Promised Land 3:39
  • 5 Hanging Out & Hung Up on the Line 4:44
  • 6 Safesurfer 8:07
  • 7 If You Loved Me at All 5:00
  • 8 Drive, She Said 4:36
  • 9 Soldier Blue 4:48
  • 10 You… 1:48
  • 11 Not Raving but Drowning 4:16
  • 12 Head 2:20
  • 13 Leperskin 5:12
  • 14 Beautiful Love 3:13
  • 15 Western Front 1992 CE 2:01
  • 16 Hung Up & Hanging Out to Dry 4:47
  • 17 The American Lite 4:03
  • 18 Las Vegas Basement 4:50

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