Place without a Postcard
Midnight Oil · 1981
41 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · punk
A vibrant fusion of punk rock energy and new wave melodies that encapsulates Australian identity and social commentary.
Why this album works
'Place without a Postcard' marked a critical moment for Midnight Oil as it reached No. 4 on the Australian charts and solidified their reputation for politically charged lyrics. The album's themes resonated deeply with Australian audiences, influencing future artists in the punk and alternative rock movements.
- Career context
- Released in 1981, 'Place without a Postcard' was Midnight Oil's third studio album, following their self-titled debut and 'Head Injuries'. At this point in their career, the band was beginning to gain international attention, particularly in Australia, establishing themselves as significant voices in the alternative rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds· INXS· Crowded House· Powderfinger· Diesel· Silverchair· Little River Band· The Living End
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Don’t Wanna Be the One 3:03
- 2 Brave Faces Standout 4:47
- 3 Armistice Day Standout 4:26
- 4 Someone Else to Blame 2:48
- 5 Basement Flat 4:33
- 6 Written in the Heart 3:14
- 7 Burnie 4:43
- 8 Quinella Holiday 2:34
- 9 Loves on Sale 2:21
- 10 If Ned Kelly Was King 3:38
- 11 Lucky Country Standout 4:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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