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The Mekons Rock 'n Roll is the eighth studio album by English rock band the Mekons, released in 1989.
The Mekons Rock 'n Roll, released by A&M Records in 1989, was the band's first (and only) album to be put out by a major label.
Sep 18, 2019 · Handcuffed to History: ‘The Mekons Rock ’N’ Roll’ Is 30 Years Old. Released in 1989 as the baby boom generation was taking over, ‘Rock ’N’ Roll’ is a classic rock album by a band of...
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- “Memphis, Egypt” (from The Mekons Rock ‘N’ Roll) The lead track from the band’s astounding, toxic triumph The Mekons Rock ‘N’ Roll is a distillation of the rage, humor, and irony that populates so much of the group’s greatest work.
- “Ghosts Of American Astronauts” (from So Good It Hurts) “Ghosts Of American Astronauts” is one of the Mekons’ most poignant and beautiful tracks. Ostensibly concerning NASA and the Apollo 11 moon landing, the song is really more about the awful sadness that plagued America in the late ’60s and early ’70s.
- “Thee Olde Trip To Jerusalem” (from Out Of Our Heads) The lead track to 2002’s Out Of Our Heads is perhaps the best existing commentary on 9/11 and the tragic, ultimately fruitless wars that followed in its wake.
- “Waltz” (from The Curse Of The Mekons) The Mekons possess an almost savant-like gift for catchy, upbeat rock, so it is strange to consider that much, if not most, of their best work occurs when the tempo slows.
about. Their one and only release on a major label and regarded by many fans as their best. From the controversy provoking Elvis Presley cover to the classic “Memphis Egypt” which is still a staple of their live set today.
Nov 18, 2022 · The Mekons – The Mekons Rock N' Roll (𝘜𝘒 𝘝𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯) ℗ 1989 Blast First / Mute Records Ltd. TRACKLIST: ⒈ Memphis, Egypt ⒉ Club Mekon ⒊ Only Darkness Has The Power ...
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The Mekons Rock 'n' Roll by The Mekons released in 1989. Find album reviews, track lists, credits, awards and more at AllMusic.
