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Radio Waves

The Black Sorrows

161 min · 36 tracks · blues

A vibrant blend of blues and rock, infused with soulful melodies and heartfelt storytelling.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Harley and Rose — This track captures the essence of the band's lyrical storytelling, blending themes of love and nostalgia with an infectious melody that resonates deeply.
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    Daughters of Glory — With its powerful vocal delivery and rich instrumentation, this song exemplifies the band's ability to fuse blues with uplifting themes of empowerment and resilience.
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    Last One Standing for Ya — Opening the album with a captivating rhythm, this track sets the tone for the entire record, showcasing the band’s signature blend of energy and emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • soulful storytelling through melodies
  • vibrant energy for gatherings
  • reflective moments with friends
  • catchy sing-alongs in groups
  • short bursts of nostalgic vibes

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer fast-paced, energetic songs
  • want concise, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1990, Radio Waves marked The Black Sorrows' fifth studio album, showcasing their established sound following commercial success with the previous album, Hold On to Me. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their reputation as one of Australia's prominent blues bands while exploring new musical directions.
Stylistic neighbors
The Teskey Brothers· Joe Cocker· Keb' Mo'

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Daughters of Glory

    The lyrics shift from personal introspection to celebration, highlighting a community of strong women overcoming adversity.

    This transition emphasizes solidarity and strength, contrasting individual struggle with collective empowerment, a notable thematic depth in their songwriting.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Last One Standing for Ya 3:51
  • 2 Lucky Charm 5:05
  • 3 Daughters of Glory 5:50
  • 4 Mystified 5:34
  • 5 Harley and Rose 4:40
  • 6 Hold On to Me 6:38
  • 7 Never Let Me Go 5:27
  • 8 Come Into My Kitchen 5:24
  • 9 Country Girls 4:21
  • 10 Chosen Ones 5:15
  • 11 Stir It Up 4:09
  • 12 Hey Mama 2:46

Disc 2

  • 1 Rise and Fall 3:40
  • 2 Better Times 5:34
  • 3 Bone Man 6:10
  • 4 Brown Eyed Girl 3:40
  • 5 Chained to the Wheel 4:55
  • 6 Come On, Come On 4:08
  • 7 Snake Skin Shoes 4:38
  • 8 Stella 4:02
  • 9 Corrine Corrina 3:07
  • 10 Fire Down Below 4:27
  • 11 Promised Land 2:31
  • 12 Down to the Sea 5:25
  • 13 Ain’t Love the Strangest Thing 8:06
  • 14 Angel Street 4:21
  • 15 Crack Up 4:24

Disc 3

  • 1 Big Time 3:07
  • 2 Radio Was King 3:44
  • 3 I Just Wanna Make Love to You 4:55
  • 4 Nobody Can Tell 3:17
  • 5 Blue Horizon 3:33
  • 6 Tears for the Bride 4:09
  • 7 Glory Bound 3:49
  • 8 Shape I’m In 2:46
  • 9 Life’s Sad Parade 3:40

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