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Unholy Soul

The Orchids · 1991

41 min · 12 tracks

A kaleidoscopic blend of jangle pop and introspective lyrics, casting shadows on the everyday with vibrant melodies.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Me and the Black and White Dream — Opening with a jangly guitar riff, this track sets the tone for the album with its dreamlike quality and vivid imagery about dichotomous realities.
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    Women Priests and Addicts — This song stands out for its bold commentary on social issues intertwined with catchy melodies, highlighting the band's knack for merging serious themes with infectious hooks.
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    The Sadness of Sex, Part 1 / Waiting for the Storm — At nearly eight minutes, this track serves as an emotional centerpiece of the album, weaving complex narratives that explore intimacy and vulnerability against a haunting backdrop.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Me and the Black and White Dream 3:37
  • 2 Women Priests and Addicts 4:09
  • 3 Bringing You the Love 3:03
  • 4 Frank de Salvo 2:45
  • 5 Long Drawn Sunday Night 2:13
  • 6 Peaches 4:30
  • 7 Dirty Clothing 4:20
  • 8 Definition of a Bastard 0:48
  • 9 Moon Lullaby 2:47
  • 10 Coloured Stone 2:06
  • 11 The Sadness of Sex, Part 1 / Waiting for the Storm 7:58
  • 12 You Know I'm Fine 3:20

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