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Resist

Midnight Oil · 2022

60 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · punk

A powerful blend of urgent rock anthems and reflective ballads highlighting environmental and social issues.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady progression with resolution
  • reflective moments for deep thinking
  • urgent anthems for activism
  • thoughtful listening during commutes
  • engaging narratives on social issues

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy, cohesive experiences

Where this album fits

Themes
climate change urgency· Australian river crisis· collective resistance
Career context
Released on February 18, 2022, 'Resist' is Midnight Oil's first studio album in almost two decades, following their 2002 release 'Capricornia'. This album came during a renewed phase of activism for the band, emphasizing their commitment to environmental and social justice themes.
Stylistic neighbors
The Clash· U2· R.E.M.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
London Calling by The Clash — Shares urgent political themes and a fusion of rock styles that resonate with social activism.
Evil Empire by Rage Against the Machine — Combines aggressive rock with strong messages about social justice and resistance to oppression.
The Rising by Bruce Springsteen — Explores themes of resilience and collective action in response to societal challenges.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Rising Seas 5:50
  • 2 The Barka-Darling River 6:49
  • 3 Tarkine 4:20
  • 4 At the Time of Writing 4:39
  • 5 Nobody’s Child 4:27
  • 6 To the Ends of the Earth 5:01
  • 7 Reef 4:18
  • 8 We Resist 5:18
  • 9 Lost at Sea 4:45
  • 10 Undercover 3:15
  • 11 We Are Not Afraid 4:29
  • 12 Last Frontier 6:53

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