The Real Underground
Tommy Keene · 1993
74 min · 23 tracks · power pop
A vibrant blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics, encapsulating the essence of early '90s power pop.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- introspective lyrics for reflection
- dynamic journey through emotions
- for afternoon drives
- engaging sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike reflective lyrical content
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1993, 'The Real Underground' marked Tommy Keene's return after a three-year hiatus since his previous album, 'Based on Happy Times.' At this point in his career, Keene was navigating the complexities of the music industry while trying to maintain his distinctive sound amidst evolving musical trends.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Plimsouls· Matthew Sweet· Big Star
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Places That Are Gone 3:58
- 2 Nothing Happened Yesterday 4:01
- 3 Babyface 3:39
- 4 Back to Zero Now 3:07
- 5 When the Truth Is Found 3:03
- 6 Hey! Little Child 3:15
- 7 Something Got a Hold of Me 3:25
- 8 The Real Underground 3:49
- 9 Misunderstood 2:58
- 10 That You Do 3:22
- 11 Mr. Roland 5:41
- 12 Back Again 4:04
- 13 Safe in the Light 3:50
- 14 People With Fast Cars Drive Fast 0:56
- 15 Love Is the Only Thing That Matters 2:34
- 16 Dull Afternoon 1:43
- 17 Tattoo 2:54
- 18 Don't Sleep in the Daytime 2:24
- 19 Hey Man 1:41
- 20 Andrea 3:18
- 21 Something to Rave About 2:46
- 22 Shake Some Action 4:31
- 23 Sleeping on a Rollercoaster 3:36
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