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Wakker in een vreemde wereld

De Dijk · 1987

43 min · 11 tracks · rock music

A vibrant blend of rock and pop infused with poignant lyrics and catchy melodies that reflect societal tensions.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • catchy melodies for sing-alongs
  • poignant reflections on society
  • energetic rhythms for dancing
  • short bursts of engagement
  • emotional highs and lows

Maybe skip if you want

  • slow, drawn-out listening experience
  • minimalist soundscapes or textures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1987, 'Wakker in een vreemde wereld' was De Dijk's third studio album, following their breakthrough with 'De Dijk' in 1985. By this time, the band had solidified their unique sound within the Dutch rock scene, gaining wider recognition and a dedicated fanbase.
Stylistic neighbors
The Scene· BLØF· Intwine

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Wakker in een vreemde wereld 3:06
  • 2 Blanke man 4:43
  • 3 Onderuit 5:14
  • 4 Dansen op de vulkaan 4:28
  • 5 Mag het licht uit 4:19
  • 6 Laat me eruit mama 2:59
  • 7 Sam Strong 4:07
  • 8 Wat heb ik al die tijd gedaan 4:16
  • 9 Pure liefde, echte liefde 3:00
  • 10 Gratis diamanten 4:37
  • 11 Stupid Guy 2:17

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