Struck by Lightning
Graham Parker · 1991
57 min · 15 tracks · new wave · pub rock
A vibrant blend of pub rock and new wave, infused with introspective lyrics and catchy melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective grooves
- introspective lyrics for deep thinking
- vibrant melodies for sing-alongs
- for leisurely afternoons
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of fast-paced thrills
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1991, 'Struck by Lightning' was Graham Parker's eleventh studio album, marking a phase of artistic exploration following his earlier commercial peak in the late 1970s. At this point, he was transitioning from mainstream recognition to a more independent approach, reflecting on personal themes and musical experimentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elvis Costello· Joe Jackson· Nick Lowe
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 She Wants So Many Things 6:07
- 2 They Murdered the Clown 3:56
- 3 Strong Winds 3:54
- 4 The Kid With the Butterfly Net 3:54
- 5 And It Shook Me 3:43
- 6 Wrapping Paper 3:39
- 7 That’s Where She Ends Up 3:09
- 8 A Brand New Book 3:28
- 9 Weeping Statues 3:23
- 10 Guardian Angels 3:25
- 11 Children and Dogs 3:51
- 12 Over the Border (to America) 3:10
- 13 When I Was King 4:19
- 14 Ten Girls Ago 3:29
- 15 The Sun Is Gonna Shine Again 3:53
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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