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Rain

Joe Jackson · 2008

86 min · 15 tracks · jazz · new wave · punk

A melodic blend of jazz-inflected pop layered with introspective lyrics and rich instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with dynamic flow
  • introspective lyrics for deep reflection
  • for late-night contemplation
  • rich instrumentation for detail exploration
  • melodic moments that evoke nostalgia

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seeking instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2008, 'Rain' is Joe Jackson's fifteenth studio album, following the experimental 'Rain' which marked a shift in his sound. At this point in his career, Jackson was returning to the music scene after a brief hiatus, exploring themes of personal reflection and social observation.
Stylistic neighbors
Elvis Costello· Squeeze· The Police

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Invisible Man 5:07
  • 2 Too Tough 4:37
  • 3 Citizen Sane 4:20
  • 4 Wasted Time 5:10
  • 5 The Uptown Train 5:46
  • 6 King Pleasure Time 2:47
  • 7 Solo (So Low) 5:55
  • 8 Rush Across the Road 5:21
  • 9 Good Bad Boy 3:18
  • 10 A Place in the Rain 5:20

Disc 2

  • 1 Live From Islington Academy, London: Invisible Man, Wasted Time, Good Bad Boy 15:08
  • 2 Making the Record 2:18
  • 3 Interview With Joe 12:52
  • 4 Interview With Dave & Graham 4:35
  • 5 Joe’s Guide to Berlin 4:14

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata