This Is Hardcore
Pulp · 1998
65 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · Britpop
A darkly theatrical exploration of desire and despair, underpinned by jagged instrumentation and sweeping melodies.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dark, introspective listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs theatrical emotional explorations
- Context
- Released in 1998, 'This Is Hardcore' is Pulp's fifth studio album and a significant follow-up to their breakthrough, 'Different Class.' At this point in their career, Pulp was firmly established as a leading force in Britpop, yet the album marked a shift towards more introspective themes that contrasted with the earlier celebratory tones of their previous work.
- If you like
- alternative rock, indie rock, Britpop
This Is Hardcore is an album by Pulp, released in 1998. A darkly theatrical exploration of desire and despair, underpinned by jagged instrumentation and sweeping melodies. 'This Is Hardcore' received critical acclaim upon release and peaked at number 1 on the UK Albums Chart. The title track became emblematic of the band's darker lyrical explorations, influencing contemporaneous artists and contributing to discussions surrounding the complexities of desire and fame in pop culture. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does This Is Hardcore sound like?
A darkly theatrical exploration of desire and despair, underpinned by jagged instrumentation and sweeping melodies. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.
What makes This Is Hardcore by Pulp notable?
'This Is Hardcore' received critical acclaim upon release and peaked at number 1 on the UK Albums Chart. The title track became emblematic of the band's darker lyrical explorations, influencing contemporaneous artists and contributing to discussions surrounding the complexities of desire and fame in pop culture. Released in 1998, 'This Is Hardcore' is Pulp's fifth studio album and a significant follow-up to their breakthrough, 'Different Class.' At this point in their career, Pulp was firmly established as a leading force in Britpop, yet the album marked a shift towards more introspective themes that contrasted with the earlier celebratory tones of their previous work.
Who is This Is Hardcore for?
This Is Hardcore works well if you're into dark, introspective listening sessions, gradual builds and payoffs and theatrical emotional explorations.
How many songs are on This Is Hardcore?
This Is Hardcore has 13 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Fear 5:35
- 2 Dishes 3:30
- 3 Party Hard Standout 4:00
- 4 Help the Aged Standout 4:28
- 5 This Is Hardcore Standout 6:25
- 6 TV Movie 3:25
- 7 A Little Soul 3:19
- 8 I’m a Man 4:59
- 9 Seductive Barry 8:31
- 10 Sylvia 5:44
- 11 Glory Days 4:55
- 12 The Day After the Revolution 5:52
- 13 Like a Friend 4:32
Release Date
January 1, 1998
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
65 min 19 sec
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