Waterloo to Anywhere
Dirty Pretty Things · 2006
37 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock
Raucous and energetic, this album blends gritty rock with sharp lyrics and a punk ethos.
Why this album works
'Waterloo to Anywhere' debuted at number three on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing immediate commercial success. Its critical reception highlighted the band’s ability to capture the spirit of British rock, influencing a wave of indie bands in the mid-2000s and earning spots on several year-end lists for its lyrical depth and inventive sound.
- Best for
- raucous energy for social settings short tracks for quick bursts sharp lyrics with playful irreverence
- Context
- Released on May 8, 2006, 'Waterloo to Anywhere' is Dirty Pretty Things' debut album following the breakup of The Libertines, where frontman Carl Barat sought to carve out a distinct identity. This album marks a significant moment in Barat's career as he transitioned from the chaotic fame of his previous band into a new creative endeavor focused on storytelling and raw musical expression.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Blur· The Kooks· The Fratellis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Deadwood 2:31
- 2 Doctors and Dealers Standout 3:18
- 3 Bang Bang You're Dead Standout 3:36
- 4 Blood Thirsty Bastards 3:12
- 5 The Gentry Cove 2:34
- 6 Gin & Milk 3:18
- 7 The Enemy Standout 3:38
- 8 If You Love a Woman 3:14
- 9 You Fucking Love It 1:58
- 10 Wondering 2:58
- 11 Last of the Small Town Playboys 3:33
- 12 B.U.R.M.A. 3:19
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