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Roaring Days

Weddings Parties Anything · 1988

50 min · 14 tracks · rock music

A vibrant blend of folk-rock storytelling and pub anthem energy, capturing the spirit of Australian life in the late '80s.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Industrial Town — This track opens the album with a gritty portrayal of working-class life, establishing the band's thematic focus on everyday struggles and local culture.
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    Gun — A poignant reflection on violence and its implications, this song showcases the band's ability to blend serious themes with engaging melodies.
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    Sisters of Mercy — This track stands out for its anthemic chorus and vivid imagery, encapsulating the band's knack for storytelling while addressing social issues.
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    Roaring Days — The title track serves as a celebration of life’s fleeting moments, highlighting the band's signature blend of nostalgia and optimism.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Industrial Town 4:06
  • 2 Under the Clocks 3:29
  • 3 Gun 3:43
  • 4 Brunswick 2:54
  • 5 Tilting at Windmills 2:53
  • 6 Sergeant Small 3:13
  • 7 Sisters of Mercy 4:42
  • 8 Roaring Days 2:54
  • 9 Say the Word 3:21
  • 10 Missing in Action 3:07
  • 11 Laughing Boy 4:39
  • 12 Big River 4:32
  • 13 Summons in the Morning 3:17
  • 14 Morton (Song for Tex) 3:18

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