Released 20 years ago
Pinball and Other Stories
Brian Protheroe · 2006
73 min · 19 tracks
A whimsical blend of storytelling and melodic pop that captures the essence of everyday life with a playful twist.
Top tracks — play these first
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Pinball — The title track sets the tone for the album with its catchy melody and clever lyrics that draw parallels between life’s unpredictability and a game of pinball.
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Goodbye Surprise — This track stands out with its concise storytelling, offering a reflective take on parting ways that resonates through its heartfelt delivery.
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Money Love — With a satirical edge, this song critiques materialism while maintaining an infectious rhythm that showcases Protheroe's knack for blending humor with serious themes.
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Dancing on Black Ice — This track combines vivid imagery with emotional depth, encapsulating the album's overall theme of navigating life's complexities amid beauty and danger.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with charm
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- playful melodies for sing-alongs
- lighthearted vibes for gatherings
- narrative snapshots of daily life
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of deep introspection
- prefer heavy, serious themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2006, Brian Protheroe was building on his established career as a singer-songwriter, known for his theatrical flair and narrative lyricism. This album followed a decade-long hiatus since his previous release, showcasing a return to form with fresh material and an evolved sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nick Drake· John Martyn· Tim Buckley
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pinball 3:09
- 2 Goodbye Surprise 2:27
- 3 Money Love 3:25
- 4 Changing My Tune 2:46
- 5 Fly Now 2:21
- 6 Monkey 3:38
- 7 Enjoy It 4:18
- 8 Oh, Weeping Will 4:05
- 9 Running Through the City 3:43
- 10 Soft Song 3:27
- 11 Pick-Up 7:54
- 12 I/You 5:45
- 13 Dancing on Black Ice 4:10
- 14 Never Join the Fire Brigade 3:02
- 15 Hotel 3:30
- 16 The Face and I 5:20
- 17 Thick and Creamy 2:11
- 18 Cold Harbour 4:03
- 19 Holyoke Hotel 4:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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