New Picnic Time

Pere Ubu

New Picnic Time

RELEASED: September 21, 1979
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Have Shoes Will Walk (The Fabulous Sequel) 3:16 2. 49 Guitars and One Girl 2:51 3. A Small Dark Cloud 5:49 4. Small Was Fast 3:39 5. All the Dogs Are Barking 3:03 6. One Less Worry 3:49 7. Make Hay 4:03 8. Goodbye 5:18 9. The Voice of the Sand 1:28 10. Jehovah's Kingdom Comes 3:17
New Picnic Time is the third studio album by American rock band Pere Ubu, released in 1979. It showcases the band's avant-garde approach to rock music, blending elements of punk, art rock, and experimental sounds. The album features a more complex sound than its predecessors, with a focus on atmosphere and texture, created through unconventional instrumentation and production techniques. Songs like 'The Voice of the Night' and 'I Will Wait' highlight the band's ability to combine lyrical depth with innovative soundscapes, solidifying their legacy as pioneers in the post-punk genre.