Rain Parade
Emergency Third Rail Power Trip / Explosions in the Glass Palace
Track Listing
1. Talking in My Sleep Meaning 3:48 2. This Can't Be Today 4:36 3. I Look Around 3:07 4. 1 Hour 1/2 Ago 4:14 5. Carolyn's Song 4:05 6. What's She Done to Your Mind Meaning 2:56 7. Look at Merri 6:34 8. Saturday's Asylum Meaning 3:46 9. Kaleidoscope Meaning 5:35 10. Look Both Ways Meaning 3:10 11. You Are My Friend 3:06 12. Prisoners Meaning 3:52 13. Blue 2:55 14. Broken Horse 3:42 15. No Easy Way Down Meaning 6:55Historical Archive
Emergency Third Rail Power Trip / Explosions in the Glass Palace is a seminal album by Rain Parade, released in 1984. It encapsulates the jangle pop and psychedelic rock sound characteristic of the 1980s Paisley Underground scene in Los Angeles. The album features lush guitar melodies, ethereal vocals, and a dreamlike atmosphere that influenced many bands in the alternative rock genre. Its blend of pop sensibility with experimental elements showcases the band's commitment to pushing musical boundaries, cementing its legacy as a cult classic.