Scream in Blue
Midnight Oil · 1992
60 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · punk
A powerful fusion of alternative rock and punk energy, driven by politically charged lyrics and anthemic melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic flow with emotional peaks
- politically charged anthemic energy
- for spirited sing-alongs
- engaging storytelling through diverse tracks
- captivating waves of intensity
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek uniform pacing throughout
Where this album fits
- Themes
- Indigenous rights activism· Australian environmentalism· social complacency critique
- Career context
- By the time 'Scream in Blue' was released in 1992, Midnight Oil had established themselves as a leading force in Australian rock, following their acclaimed album 'Blue Sky Mining' from 1988. This album further solidified their reputation for addressing social issues through music, as they were known for their activism and environmental concerns.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Evil Empire by Rage Against the Machine — Both share politically charged lyrics and a fusion of punk energy with rock instrumentation.Combat Rock by The Clash — Similar anthemic melodies and themes of social critique, blending punk with diverse musical influences.The Joshua Tree by U2 — Combines anthemic soundscapes with socially conscious lyrics, addressing global issues and human rights.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Scream in Blue 2:55
- 2 Read About It 3:52
- 3 Dreamworld 3:41
- 4 Brave Faces 4:59
- 5 Only the Strong 5:40
- 6 Stars of Warburton 5:03
- 7 Progress 6:16
- 8 Beds Are Burning 4:05
- 9 Sell My Soul 4:10
- 10 Sometimes 3:28
- 11 Hercules 4:56
- 12 Powderworks 5:50
- 13 Burnie 5:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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