Cloudland

Pere Ubu

Cloudland

RELEASED: November 30, -0001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Breath 3:59 2. Race the Sun 3:25 3. Cry 2:34 4. Why Go It Alone? 2:50 5. Waiting for Mary 3:30 6. Ice Cream Truck 2:49 7. Bus Called Happiness 3:15 8. Monday Night 2:16 9. Love Love Love 3:29 10. Lost Nation Road 2:16 11. Fire 3:46 12. Nevada! 3:21 13. The Wire 3:21 14. Flat 2:23 15. The Waltz 3:31 16. Pushin' 2:27
Cloudland is the fifth studio album by the avant-garde rock band Pere Ubu, released in 1989. The album showcases a blend of experimental rock and post-punk influences, characterized by its atmospheric soundscapes, unconventional song structures, and David Thomas's distinctive vocal style. Thematically, the album explores themes of isolation and existential reflection, set against a backdrop of surreal imagery. Cloudland is often regarded as a significant work in the band's discography, reflecting their innovative approach to music and their ability to push the boundaries of the genre.