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Slipway Fires

Razorlight · 2008

38 min · 11 tracks · indie rock

A melodic blend of indie rock and reflective lyricism, capturing the essence of urban life and personal struggle.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective moments of urban life
  • engaging narrative through lyrics
  • for afternoon drives

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 3, 2008, 'Slipway Fires' was Razorlight's third studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Up All Night' in 2004 and the commercially successful 'Razorlight' in 2006. At this point in their career, the band faced lineup changes, notably losing bassist Carl Dalemo, which influenced their sound and direction on this project.
Stylistic neighbors
The Strokes· Franz Ferdinand· Bloc Party

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Wire to Wire 3:05
  • 2 Hostage of Love 3:44
  • 3 You and the Rest 3:25
  • 4 Tabloid Lover 2:57
  • 5 North London Trash 3:28
  • 6 60 Thompson 2:37
  • 7 Stinger 4:17
  • 8 Burberry Blue Eyes 3:33
  • 9 Blood for Wild Blood 3:10
  • 10 Monster Boots 4:34
  • 11 The House 3:55

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