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Stranglers in the Night

The Stranglers · 1992

62 min · 15 tracks · new wave · punk

A moody exploration of melodic punk and new wave infused with introspective lyrics and atmospheric instrumentals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • moody introspection with waves
  • dynamic flow with emotional peaks
  • atmospheric moments for reflection
  • engaging narratives across tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks
  • seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1992, 'Stranglers in the Night' is the Stranglers' ninth studio album and marks a transitional phase for the band. Following their commercial peak in the early 1980s, this album arrived after a period of lineup changes and dwindling mainstream visibility, showcasing their evolution as they experimented with sound while retaining their punk roots.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Time to Die 3:50
  • 2 Sugar Bullets 5:25
  • 3 Heaven or Hell 4:30
  • 4 Laughing at the Rain 3:41
  • 5 This Town 5:18
  • 6 Brainbox 2:48
  • 7 Southern Mountains 3:45
  • 8 Gain Entry to Your Soul 4:28
  • 9 Grand Canyon 4:11
  • 10 Wet Afternoon 4:01
  • 11 Never See 4:00
  • 12 Leave It to the Dogs 5:31
  • 13 Coffee Shop 4:28
  • 14 Vicious Circles 3:21
  • 15 So Uncool 3:08

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