The Jaws of Life

by Hunters & Collectors

The Jaws of Life cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: August 1984
  • Label: White Label
  • Country: Australia
  • Length: 59:53
  • Community rating: 3.61/5 from 4 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Recorded in West Germany with producer Conny Plank, 'The Jaws of Life' captured Hunters & Collectors stripping back their expansive brass-heavy sound in favor of a leaner, more aggressive approach. The album reflects the harsh landscapes of both the Australian outback and European industrial centers, defining the band's transition into their classic alternative rock era.

Genres

Descriptors: guitar-driven, expansive, direct, earnest, soaring, rhythmic, percussive, bassy, groove-heavy

Tracklist

  1. 42 Wheels (3:21)
  2. Holding Down A D (3:41)
  3. The Way To Go Out (3:23)
  4. I Couldn't Give It To You (3:32)
  5. It's Early Days Yet (3:40)
  6. I Believe (2:56)
  7. Betty's Worry Or The Slab (3:58)
  8. Hayley's Doorstep (5:38)
  9. Red Lane (3:46)
  10. Carry Me (4:12)
  11. Little Chalkie (3:26)
  12. Towtruck (4:58)
  13. Droptank (4:56)
  14. Mouthtrap (4:09)
  15. Lumps Of Lead (4:10)

Credits

  • John Archer - bass
  • Doug Falconer - drums, percussion
  • Jeremy Smith - french horn
  • Geoff Crosby - keyboards, effects, artwork by
  • Paul Ibbotson - lacquer cut by
  • Michael Waters - trombone
  • Jack Howard - trumpet, backing vocals
  • Mark Seymour - vocals, guitar, lyrics by

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