Quench
The Beautiful South · 1998
52 min · 13 tracks · rock music
A blend of witty lyrics and melodic rock that captures the bittersweet nature of everyday life.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- witty lyrics for thoughtful reflection
- steady pacing for casual listening
- bittersweet narratives about everyday life
- mid-tempo flow for relaxed moments
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy anthems
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, 'Quench' was The Beautiful South's fifth studio album, following their successful 'Blue is the Colour' in 1996. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their reputation for merging pop sensibilities with introspective lyrics, showcasing a mature sound as they navigated a changing musical landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Housemartins· Squeeze· The Proclaimers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 How Long’s a Tear Take to Dry? 4:37
- 2 The Lure of the Sea 4:00
- 3 Big Coin 4:14
- 4 Dumb 3:46
- 5 Perfect 10 3:39
- 6 The Slide 5:03
- 7 Look What I Found in My Beer 3:36
- 8 The Table 3:11
- 9 Window Shopping for Blinds 4:07
- 10 Pockets 4:08
- 11 I May Be Ugly 3:41
- 12 Losing Things 3:26
- 13 Your Father and I 5:05
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