Remote Luxury
The Church · 1984
41 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · new wave
Ethereal guitars weave through introspective lyrics, creating a lush soundscape that captures yearning and nostalgia.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its critical acclaim, with many reviewers highlighting its atmospheric sound and lyrical depth. 'Remote Luxury' helped to further establish The Church as a significant force in the Australian music scene and contributed to the broader alternative rock movement of the 1980s.
- Best for
- introspective journeys through sound steady mid-tempo reflective moments ethereal soundscapes for daydreaming
- Context
- Released in January 1984, 'Remote Luxury' was The Church's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Seance' from 1983. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique blend of alternative rock and new wave while beginning to gain international attention, particularly in the United States.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds· Powderfinger· Midnight Oil· Crowded House· Birds of Tokyo· Eskimo Joe· Grinspoon· Silverchair
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Constant in Opal Standout 3:31
- 2 Violet Town Standout 3:30
- 3 No Explanation 4:30
- 4 10,000 Miles Standout 4:16
- 5 Maybe These Boys 5:52
- 6 Into My Hands 3:44
- 7 A Month of Sundays 4:25
- 8 Volumes 4:08
- 9 Shadow Cabinet 4:20
- 10 Remote Luxury 3:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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