Songs That Made This Country Great
71 min · 16 tracks · new wave
A whimsical blend of new wave and storytelling, evoking the absurdity of American life through vivid imagery.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective listening
- whimsical storytelling with vivid imagery
- consistent journey with resolution
- for late-night drives
- thought-provoking themes of absurdity
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer standalone singles experience
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1989, 'Songs That Made This Country Great' was Stan Ridgway's first album after his departure from Wall of Voodoo, a band that helped define the new wave sound in the early '80s. This album marks a significant step in Ridgway's career as he delved deeper into narrative-driven songwriting, showcasing his unique perspective on Americana.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wall of Voodoo· The B-52's· Gordon Lightfoot
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Salesman 5:27
- 2 Lonely Town 4:11
- 3 Drive, She Said 4:15
- 4 Don't Box Me In 5:05
- 5 Can't Complain 3:50
- 6 Goin' Southbound 4:44
- 7 Ring of Fire (single edit) 3:46
- 8 Camouflage (single remix edit) 5:01
- 9 The Overlords 5:00
- 10 Lost Weekend 4:56
- 11 Cannon Song (a.k.a. Army Song) (From the Threepenny Opera) 2:14
- 12 The Big Heat 4:31
- 13 Peg and Pete and Me 4:44
- 14 Mexican Radio (edit) 3:58
- 15 I Wanna Be a Boss 4:57
- 16 Walkin' Home Alone 4:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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