Soup

The Housemartins

Soup

RELEASED: November 12, 2007
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Flag Day 3:33 2. Happy Hour 2:22 3. Think for a Minute 3:32 4. Caravan of Love 3:40 5. Five Get Over Excited 2:44 6. Me and the Farmer 2:56 7. Build 4:47 8. Song for Whoever 4:05 9. You Keep It All In 2:54 10. I'll Sail This Ship Alone 4:06 11. A Little Time 3:00 12. Old Red Eyes Is Back 3:35 13. 36D 5:16 14. Good as Gold (Stupid as Mud) 3:49 15. Everybody's Talkin' 2:37 16. Prettiest Eyes 3:48 17. One Last Love Song 3:35 18. Rotterdam (Or Anywhere) 3:24 19. Don't Marry Her 3:22 20. Perfect 10 3:38 21. How Long's a Tear Take to Dry? 4:37 22. Just a Few Things That I Ain't 2:46
Historical Archive
Soup is the second and final studio album by the British indie pop band The Housemartins, released in 1988. The album features a blend of jangle pop and alternative rock, characterized by its catchy melodies, socially conscious lyrics, and harmonious vocals. It includes standout tracks like 'The People Who Grinned Themselves to Death' and 'Build'. The album is noted for its clever wordplay and satirical commentary on contemporary society, contributing to the band's legacy as influential figures in the British music scene of the late 1980s. Its unique sound and lyrical depth resonate with listeners, marking it as a significant release in the indie genre.