What makes Treeless Plain by The Triffids notable?

Treeless Plain received critical acclaim upon release, noted for its vivid storytelling and atmospheric production. The album helped establish The Triffids as key figures in the Australian music landscape, influencing subsequent artists with its evocative themes and innovative sound. Released in 1983, Treeless Plain was The Triffids' debut album, marking their emergence in the Australian alternative rock scene. After forming in Perth in 1981, this album positioned them as distinctive voices within their genre, showcasing their unique sound and lyrical depth.

Who is Treeless Plain for?

Treeless Plain works well if you're into haunting narratives of solitude, short tracks for quick listens and reflective moments during drives.

How many songs are on Treeless Plain?

Treeless Plain has 19 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.

Treeless Plain

The Triffids · 1983

57 min · 19 tracks · alternative rock

A haunting blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics, infused with the spirit of Australian outback storytelling.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Red Pony — Opening the album, this track sets a tone of melancholic introspection with its vivid imagery and compelling narrative structure.
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My Baby Thinks She's a Train — This track showcases the band's knack for blending catchy melodies with poignant lyrics about love and longing, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Hanging Shed — With its atmospheric instrumentation and haunting vocal delivery, this song encapsulates the emotional core of the album while illustrating the band's stylistic versatility.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

haunting narratives of solitude
short tracks for quick listens
reflective moments during drives
live versions enhance emotional depth
bittersweet storytelling in every song

Maybe skip if you

seeking high-energy party vibes
prefer longer, cohesive albums

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1983, Treeless Plain was The Triffids' debut album, marking their emergence in the Australian alternative rock scene. After forming in Perth in 1981, this album positioned them as distinctive voices within their genre, showcasing their unique sound and lyrical depth.
Stylistic neighbors: The Go-Betweens· The Church· The Bats

Tracklist

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

1 Red Pony 4:10
2 Branded 2:43
3 My Baby Thinks She's a Train 3:38
4 Rosevel 3:00
5 I Am a Lonesome Hobo 2:14
6 Place in the Sun 2:21
7 Plaything 3:01
8 Old Ghostrider 3:07
9 Hanging Shed 4:02
10 Hell of a Summer 4:30
11 Madeline 2:36
12 Nothing Can Take Your Place 3:05
13 Interview 1:19
14 Old Ghostrider (live) 2:51
15 Plaything (live) 2:48
16 My Baby Thinks She's a Train (live) 3:21
17 Rosevel (live) 2:57
18 Hell of a Summer (live) 3:40
19 On the Street Where You Live (live) 2:24

What to play next

Listen next

In the Pines

1986

Go back to

Dungeon Tape

1981

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