Swingshift
76 min · 17 tracks · hard rock · rock & roll · pub rock
A raw blend of hard rock and pub rock infused with heartfelt storytelling and anthemic melodies.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks heartfelt storytelling through anthemic melodies for late-night gatherings
- Context
- Released in 1981, 'Swingshift' was Cold Chisel's first live album, capturing the band's dynamic stage presence following their breakthrough with 'East' in 1980. It showcased their ability to connect with audiences through both energetic performances and deep narratives, solidifying their reputation in the Australian rock scene.
- If you like
- hard rock, rock & roll, pub rock
Swingshift is an album by Cold Chisel. A raw blend of hard rock and pub rock infused with heartfelt storytelling and anthemic melodies. 'Swingshift' peaked at number 2 on the Australian Albums Chart and was certified Platinum, highlighting its commercial success. Additionally, it helped solidify Cold Chisel's influence on the Australian music landscape during the early '80s, showcasing the pub rock movement's cultural significance. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Swingshift sound like?
A raw blend of hard rock and pub rock infused with heartfelt storytelling and anthemic melodies. Rooted in hard rock and rock & roll.
What makes Swingshift by Cold Chisel notable?
'Swingshift' peaked at number 2 on the Australian Albums Chart and was certified Platinum, highlighting its commercial success. Additionally, it helped solidify Cold Chisel's influence on the Australian music landscape during the early '80s, showcasing the pub rock movement's cultural significance. Released in 1981, 'Swingshift' was Cold Chisel's first live album, capturing the band's dynamic stage presence following their breakthrough with 'East' in 1980. It showcased their ability to connect with audiences through both energetic performances and deep narratives, solidifying their reputation in the Australian rock scene.
Who is Swingshift for?
Swingshift works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, heartfelt storytelling through anthemic melodies and for late-night gatherings.
How many songs are on Swingshift?
Swingshift has 17 tracks, running approximately 76 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Conversations 4:52
- 2 Shipping Steel 4:13
- 3 Breakfast at Sweethearts 3:55
- 4 Rising Sun 3:14
- 5 Choir Girl 3:26
- 6 Khe Sanh Standout 3:51
- 7 My Turn to Cry 3:03
- 8 Four Walls 2:35
- 9 One Long Day 9:49
Disc 2
- 1 Knockin' on Heaven's Door 6:13
- 2 My Baby 4:21
- 3 Star Hotel Standout 4:12
- 4 Don't Let Go 4:12
- 5 Long as I Can See the Light 4:42
- 6 The Party's Over 3:54
- 7 Cheap Wine Standout 3:38
- 8 Goodbye (Astrid Goodbye) 5:57
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