Spike
Elvis Costello · 1989
64 min · 15 tracks · new wave · punk
A vibrant mix of rock and pop infused with sharp wit and socially conscious storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- witty storytelling with sharp insights
- playful rhythms for social gatherings
- varied track lengths for engagement
- thought-provoking themes throughout
- energetic hooks for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike lyrical depth and nuance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Spike' was released in 1989, Elvis Costello had established himself as a prominent figure in rock music following his breakthrough album 'My Aim Is True' in 1977. This album marked a return to more eclectic styles after exploring varied genres in his previous works, including orchestral arrangements on 'Goodbye Cruel World'. 'Spike' represented a blend of his punk roots with new wave influences, further solidifying his status as an innovative songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joe Jackson· Graham Parker· Squeeze
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 …This Town… 4:30
- 2 Let Him Dangle 4:45
- 3 Deep Dark Truthful Mirror 4:06
- 4 Veronica 3:09
- 5 God’s Comic 5:32
- 6 Chewing Gum 3:47
- 7 Tramp the Dirt Down 5:44
- 8 Stalin Malone 4:09
- 9 Satellite 5:44
- 10 Pads, Paws and Claws 2:56
- 11 Baby Plays Around 2:48
- 12 Miss Macbeth 4:25
- 13 Any King’s Shilling 6:06
- 14 Coal‐Train Robberies 3:18
- 15 Last Boat Leaving 3:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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