Some Disenchanted Evening
The Verlaines · 1989
39 min · 11 tracks · rock music
A mix of sardonic wit and jangly guitars captures the essence of late '80s indie rock with a uniquely Kiwi twist.
Top tracks — play these first
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Jesus What a Jerk — Opening with sharp, satirical lyrics about disillusionment, this track sets a tone of sardonic humor that permeates the album.
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We’re All Gonna Die — This track captures a blend of dark humor and existential dread, showcasing the band's ability to address serious themes with wit.
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Anniversary — With its reflective lyrics and melodic structure, this song encapsulates the album's exploration of personal relationships and human connections.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Faithfully Yours
The narrative shifts from addressing an external lover to an introspective reflection on self-deception.
This shift deepens the emotional complexity by juxtaposing outward expression with internal conflict, revealing layers of vulnerability.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Jesus What a Jerk 2:37
- 2 The Funniest Thing 3:14
- 3 Whatever You Run Into 3:18
- 4 Faithfully Yours 3:43
- 5 Dawn Shame 5:02
- 6 This Train 4:21
- 7 Down the Road 3:14
- 8 We’re All Gonna Die 3:06
- 9 Anniversary 4:21
- 10 Come Sunday 4:01
- 11 It Was 2:27
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