Twentieth Century
Cold Chisel · 1984
43 min · 13 tracks · hard rock · rock & roll · pub rock
A raw and passionate fusion of hard rock and pub rock that captures the Australian spirit.
Why this album works
The album reached number one on the Australian Albums Chart and was certified double platinum, showcasing its commercial success. Songs like 'Flame Trees' became anthems within Australian music culture, influencing later generations of rock artists in Australia.
- Best for
- steady flow with emotional peaks for late-night drives raw passion and nostalgia
- Context
- Released in 1984, 'Twentieth Century' is Cold Chisel's fourth studio album, coming off the success of their previous record, 'Circus Animals.' This album marked a period of artistic maturity for the band as they navigated the evolving Australian rock landscape. It solidified their reputation as a leading force in the pub rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- INXS· AC/DC· Angry Anderson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Build This Love 3:55
- 2 Twentieth Century 2:16
- 3 Ghost Town Standout 1:20
- 4 Saturday Night Standout 4:22
- 5 Painted Doll 2:19
- 6 No Sense 2:57
- 7 Flame Trees Standout 4:23
- 8 Only One 3:40
- 9 Hold Me Tight 1:41
- 10 Sing to Me 4:48
- 11 The Game 4:08
- 12 Janelle 3:38
- 13 Temptation 3:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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