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Stolen Apples

Paul Kelly · 2007

41 min · 11 tracks · Australian rock

A reflective blend of storytelling and melody, weaving personal narratives with rich Australian rock textures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective storytelling with warmth
  • melancholic themes for quiet moments
  • short tracks for focused listening
  • emotional narratives through personal lens

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy party tracks
  • prefer instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
By the release of 'Stolen Apples' in 2007, Paul Kelly was already an established figure in Australian music, having released over ten studio albums since his debut in 1981. This album arrived after his acclaimed work 'Wayward Sons', representing a continued exploration of narrative songwriting and emotional depth. Kelly was also transitioning into a phase where his music began to embrace broader themes influenced by personal and historical contexts.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Feelings of Grief 5:55
  • 2 God Told Me To 3:41
  • 3 Stolen Apples Taste the Sweetest 4:16
  • 4 Sweetest Thing 3:24
  • 5 You’re 39, You’re Beautiful and You’re Mine 3:34
  • 6 The Lion and the Lamb 3:33
  • 7 Right Outta My Head 3:20
  • 8 Keep on Driving 2:13
  • 9 The Ballad of Queenie and Rover 4:10
  • 10 The Foggy Fields of France 4:05
  • 11 Please Leave Your Light On 3:18

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