The Buffalo Skinners cover

The Buffalo Skinners

Big Country · 1993

59 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A melodic blend of atmospheric rock and introspective lyrics, echoing the band's Scottish roots.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • introspective journeys through soundscapes
  • melodic explorations of emotional depth
  • evening relaxation with thoughtful lyrics

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of fast-paced thrills
  • prefer standalone upbeat tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1993, 'The Buffalo Skinners' was Big Country's fifth studio album, following their 1991 effort 'No Place Like Home'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a changing music landscape, marked by shifts in lineup and creative direction, which influenced their sound and thematic choices.
Stylistic neighbors
The Waterboys· Simple Minds· U2

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Alone 5:08
  • 2 Seven Waves 4:43
  • 3 What Are You Working For 4:00
  • 4 The One I Love 5:02
  • 5 Long Way Home 5:55
  • 6 The Selling of America 4:20
  • 7 We're Not in Kansas 6:23
  • 8 Ships 5:53
  • 9 All Go Together 4:11
  • 10 Winding Wind 4:30
  • 11 Pink Marshmallow Moon 4:24
  • 12 Chester's Farm 4:37

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