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The Big Don't Argue

Weddings Parties Anything · 1989

48 min · 12 tracks · rock music

A spirited blend of folk-infused rock that combines storytelling with a distinct Australian flavor.

Top tracks — play these first

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    The Ballad of Peggy and Col — This track encapsulates the band's storytelling prowess, weaving a vivid narrative about love and loss that resonates deeply within Australian culture.
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    Never Again (Albion Tuesday Night) — With its catchy melody and poignant lyrics, this song reflects the band's ability to blend humor and melancholy, making it a standout in their repertoire.
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    Hug My Back — This track showcases the band's folk influences through its warm instrumentation and heartfelt lyrics, illustrating their distinctive sound in a relatable manner.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • The Ballad of Peggy and Col

    The story shifts from joy to heartbreak reveals an unexpected twist in the narrative.

    This transition not only heightens emotional stakes but also showcases the band's skill at crafting compelling arcs within their songs.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Streets of Forbes 2:40
  • 2 The Ballad of Peggy and Col 3:20
  • 3 Knockbacks in Halifax 3:27
  • 4 Never Again (Albion Tuesday Night) 4:41
  • 5 A Tale They Won't Believe 7:01
  • 6 House of Ghosts 3:29
  • 7 Hug My Back 3:03
  • 8 The Wind and the Rain 2:17
  • 9 Darlin' Please 5:15
  • 10 Ticket in Tatts 3:48
  • 11 Rossarden 3:30
  • 12 Mañana, Mañana 5:39

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