Au Pairs

Stepping Out of Line: The Anthology

RELEASED: May 08, 2006
TYPE: FULL LENGTH

Track Listing

1. We’re So Cool 3:28 2. Love Song 2:50 3. Set Up 3:20 4. Repetition Meaning 3:48 5. Headache for Michelle Meaning 6:54 6. Come Again Meaning 3:53 7. Armagh Meaning 3:36 8. Unfinished Business 3:28 9. Dear John 2:56 10. It’s Obvious 6:18 11. Pretty Boys (BBC session) Meaning 4:00 12. Monogamy (BBC session) Meaning 2:55 13. Ideal Woman (BBC session) Meaning 3:55 14. You (E.P. track) 2:51 15. Domestic Departure (E.P. track) 2:21 16. Kerb Crawler (E.P. track) 2:46 17. Diet (single B‐side) 4:18 18. It’s Obvious (single A‐side) 5:45 19. Inconvenience (12″ version) 2:55 20. Pretty Boys (12″ version) Meaning 3:38

Historical Archive

Stepping Out of Line: The Anthology is a comprehensive collection that encapsulates the innovative sound and socio-political themes of Au Pairs, a post-punk band from the UK. The album showcases their distinctive blend of funk, punk, and feminism, highlighting tracks that address societal norms and personal liberation. Critics have praised the band for their provocative lyrics and energetic performances, cementing their legacy as pioneers of the post-punk movement.