Essential pub rock listening

The albums that define pub rock.

Our picks for where to start with pub rock — with a one-line read on why each one matters.

Top pub rock artists

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The pub rock essentials

Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.

Welcome to Wherever You Are

INXS

Welcome to Wherever You Are

A polished blend of rock and dance elements, underscored by introspective lyrics and vibrant melodies.

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Kick

INXS

Kick

A pulsating blend of rock and dance rhythms underscored by anthemic choruses and sultry vocals.

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Live Baby Live

INXS

Live Baby Live

High-energy live recordings amplify INXS's dance-rock anthems, merging funk grooves with soaring vocals in a vibrant concert atmosphere.

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Elegantly Wasted

INXS

Elegantly Wasted

A blend of pulsating dance-rock rhythms infused with introspective lyrics and the band's signature funk edge.

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Shabooh Shoobah

INXS

Shabooh Shoobah

A vibrant fusion of new wave and dance-rock, pulsing with infectious grooves and anthemic choruses.

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X

INXS

X

A vibrant fusion of rock, funk, and new wave that captures the exuberance of early '90s alternative music.

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The Years 1979–1997

INXS

The Years 1979–1997

A vibrant collection where infectious melodies meet danceable grooves, encapsulating INXS's genre-blurring essence.

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INXS²: The Remixes

INXS

INXS²: The Remixes

A vibrant collection of remixed hits that reimagines INXS's classic sound for the dance floor.

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INXS: Live in Aspen – February 1997

INXS

INXS: Live in Aspen – February 1997

A vibrant fusion of rock and funk, capturing INXS's electrifying live energy in an intimate setting.

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The Swing

INXS

The Swing

A vibrant fusion of dance-rock and new wave that pulsates with infectious grooves and soaring melodies.

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INXSIVE

INXS

INXSIVE

A vibrant mix of new wave and funk rock that captures the exuberance of early '80s Australian music.

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Full Moon, Dirty Hearts

INXS

Full Moon, Dirty Hearts

A moody blend of rock and funk, weaving introspective lyrics with infectious grooves.

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I'm Only Looking – The Best of INXS

INXS

I'm Only Looking – The Best of INXS

A vibrant collection blending alternative rock and dance rhythms with emotional depth and lyrical introspection.

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Underneath the Colours

INXS

Underneath the Colours

A vibrant fusion of new wave and funk rock with infectious melodies and energetic rhythms.

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INXS

INXS

INXS

A vibrant blend of new wave and pub rock, infused with funk grooves and infectious hooks.

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Listen Like Thieves

INXS

Listen Like Thieves

A vibrant fusion of new wave and funk rock with anthemic choruses and intricate melodies.

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Dekadance

INXS

Dekadance

A vibrant fusion of dance-rock and new wave, pulsating with infectious grooves and charismatic vocals.

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The Very Best

INXS

The Very Best

A vibrant collection of hits that showcase INXS's blend of rock, dance, and funk through infectious melodies.

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Shine Like It Does: The Anthology

INXS

Shine Like It Does: The Anthology

A vibrant fusion of rock, funk, and new wave that captures INXS's dynamic energy and rhythmic sophistication.

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Switch

INXS

Switch

A vibrant blend of dance-rock and alternative grooves infused with a nostalgic pop sensibility.

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Bang the Drum EP

INXS

Bang the Drum EP

A fusion of infectious grooves and nostalgic energy, capturing INXS's vibrant live spirit in a compact format.

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Original Sin

INXS

Original Sin

A vibrant fusion of rock and pop, blending INXS's classic sound with contemporary collaborations and electronic elements.

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The Best of INXS

INXS

The Best of INXS

A vibrant collection blending alternative rock with infectious dance grooves and polished pop sensibilities.

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The Greatest Hits

INXS

The Greatest Hits

A vibrant collection of anthemic rock and dance grooves that defined a generation's soundscape.

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