Rain Dogs
Tom Waits · 1985
53 min · 19 tracks · blues · jazz
A gritty tapestry of jazz, blues, and experimental sounds woven with poetic storytelling and raw emotion.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with surprises
- poetic storytelling for introspection
- gritty emotional landscapes unfold
- late-night wandering through thoughts
- brief tracks for quick engagement
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking straightforward, upbeat tunes
- prefer longer, cohesive narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 30, 1985, 'Rain Dogs' marked a significant chapter in Tom Waits' career as it followed his acclaimed album 'Swordfishtrombones'. This record showcased his artistic reinvention, moving away from traditional rock into more avant-garde territory. It solidified his reputation as a leading figure in the alternative music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leonard Cohen· Nick Cave· Captain Beefheart
- If this clicks, go next to
- Franks Wild Years — Continues the experimental sound and storytelling with a theatrical flair.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Singapore 2:46
- 2 Clap Hands 3:47
- 3 Cemetery Polka 1:51
- 4 Jockey Full Of Bourbon 2:45
- 5 Tango Till They're Sore 2:49
- 6 Big Black Mariah 2:43
- 7 Diamonds And Gold 2:31
- 8 Hang Down Your Head 2:32
- 9 Time 3:55
- 10 Rain Dogs 2:56
- 11 Midtown (Instrumental) 1:00
- 12 9th & Hennepin 1:58
- 13 Gun Street Girl 4:37
- 14 Union Square 2:24
- 15 Blind Love 4:18
- 16 Walking Spanish 3:05
- 17 Downtown Train 3:53
- 18 Bride Of Rain Dog (Instrumental) 1:07
- 19 Anywhere I Lay My Head 2:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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