Where Angels Fear to Tread
Mink DeVille · 1983
35 min · 10 tracks · punk rock
A vibrant mix of rock, Latin rhythms, and soulful melodies that showcases Mink DeVille's eclectic musicality.
Top tracks — play these first
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Each Word’s a Beat of My Heart — This opening track encapsulates the album's emotional core with a driving rhythm and poignant lyrics that highlight DeVille's lyrical prowess.
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River of Tears — A haunting ballad, this song features lush instrumentation and showcases DeVille’s ability to convey deep vulnerability through his vocal delivery.
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Lilly's Daddy’s Cadillac — This track stands out for its storytelling quality, painting a vivid picture of characters and emotions while blending rock with Latin influences.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- introspective late-night listening
- emotional storytelling moments
- accessible song lengths
- smooth transitions between tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1983, Where Angels Fear to Tread is Mink DeVille's fourth studio album. At this point in his career, Willy DeVille was solidifying his unique blend of punk rock with Latin influences, following the commercial success of his previous album, Return to Magenta.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Velvet Underground· Tom Waits· Iggy Pop
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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River of Tears
The moment shifts from introspective sorrow to an almost cinematic description of heartache amidst flowing melodies.
The movement into vivid imagery heightens the emotional stakes, making the listener feel the weight of each lyric.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Each Word’s a Beat of My Heart 3:27
- 2 River of Tears 3:27
- 3 Demasiado Corazón 3:38
- 4 Lilly's Daddy’s Cadillac 4:37
- 5 Around the Corner 2:33
- 6 Pick Up the Pieces 3:18
- 7 Love’s Got a Hold on Me 2:54
- 8 Keep Your Monkey Away From My Door 3:13
- 9 Are You Lonely Tonight 3:04
- 10 The Moonlight Let Me Down 5:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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