Top tracks — play these first
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Money Game — This track critiques consumerism with sharp wit and an infectious melody, embodying Hull's ability to blend serious themes with engaging music.
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Country Gentleman’s Wife — Through vivid storytelling and humor, this song provides a satirical look at rural life, highlighting Hull's knack for character-driven narratives.
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Blue Murder — As one of the album's longer tracks, it showcases Hull's dynamic vocal range and intricate arrangements, making it a centerpiece of Pipedream.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical melodies for sunny days
- introspective lyrics for quiet moments
- short tracks for easy listening
- playful storytelling with friends
- reflective tunes for afternoon breaks
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy anthems
- prefer longer, cohesive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1973, Pipedream was Alan Hull's debut solo album after his tenure with the band Lindisfarne. This marked a significant transition for Hull as he sought to establish his individual artistic identity while retaining the folk rock sensibilities that characterized his earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lindsey Buckingham· Richard Thompson· Nick Drake
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Breakfast 3:41
- 2 Justanothersadsong 2:53
- 3 Money Game 2:47
- 4 STD 0632 3:09
- 5 United States of Mind 3:05
- 6 Country Gentleman’s Wife 3:37
- 7 Numbers (Travelling Band) 3:55
- 8 For the Bairns 2:27
- 9 Drug Song 3:10
- 10 Song for a Windmill 2:46
- 11 Blue Murder 5:05
- 12 I Hate to See You Cry 3:29
- 13 Drinking Song 2:34
- 14 One Off Pat 0:50
- 15 Down on the Underground 2:39
- 16 Gin and Tonics All Round 2:58
- 17 One More Bottle of Wine 3:13
- 18 Dan the Plan 4:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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