The Songs of Charcoal Lane
Archie Roach · 2020
54 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
A poignant blend of folk-inspired melodies and heartfelt storytelling that captures Australia's complex history.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its cultural significance, as it reinterprets songs from Roach’s original work, emphasizing themes of loss, identity, and resilience. Upon release, it garnered critical acclaim and contributed to ongoing conversations about Aboriginal rights and representation in Australia, reinforcing Roach's status as a vital voice in the music community.
- Career context
- Released on November 13, 2020, 'The Songs of Charcoal Lane' came nearly three decades after Archie Roach's debut album, 'Charcoal Lane' (1990). This album represents a reflective culmination of Roach's life experiences and struggles as an Indigenous artist, showcasing his evolution and ongoing relevance in contemporary music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- INXS· Pendulum· Midnight Oil· Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds· Powderfinger· Birds of Tokyo· Crowded House· Eskimo Joe
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Native Born 4:53
- 2 Charcoal Lane Standout 4:00
- 3 Munjana 10:00
- 4 I’ve Lied 4:24
- 5 Down City Streets 5:34
- 6 Took the Children Away Standout 6:31
- 7 Sister Brother Standout 5:58
- 8 Beautiful Child 4:43
- 9 No No No 4:12
- 10 Summer of My Life 4:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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