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Graham Parker – Burning Questions – Cassette

Graham Parker is a British singer-songwriter who first gained attention in the late 1970s as part of the pub rock movement, and later with his backing band The Rumour. He is known for his sharp, biting lyrics and distinctive blend of rock, soul, and rhythm and blues.

Burning Questions is one of Parker’s solo albums, released in 1992. This album showcases Parker’s continuing evolution as a musician, marked by mature songwriting and a slightly more introspective approach compared to the more raw energy of his earlier works with The Rumour. The album reflects on personal and societal issues, exploring themes of love, loss, and existential pondering, all delivered with Parker’s characteristic lyrical wit and emotional depth.

Burning Questions features a mix of rock and pop elements with a touch of folk influences. Parker’s vocal performance is compelling, and the instrumentation is polished, incorporating guitars, keyboards, and occasional horns, providing a rich sonic backdrop that complements the thoughtful nature of the lyrics.

The album, while perhaps not as commercially successful as some of his earlier works, is appreciated by fans and critics for its craftsmanship and for offering a deeper glimpse into Parker’s artistic sensibilities. Burning Questions stands out as a testament to Parker’s skill as a songwriter capable of conveying complex emotions and thoughts through his music.

After Struck By Lightning, Graham Parker was dropped by RCA Records. He moved to Capitol in 1992, releasing another installment in his musical diaries called Burning Questions. A more open and polished affair than the previous record, Burning Questions concentrates on broader issues than Struck By Lightning, yet the scope is similarly scaled-back. And it’s clear from “Long Stem Rose,” “Oasis,” and “Mr. Tender” that his heart is with his home, not with the sputtering rage of “Here It Comes Again” and “Short Memories.”

Demon Records

Song List
1. Release Me
2. Too Many Knots To Untangle
3. Just Like Joe Meek’s Blues
4. Love Is A Burning Question
5. Platinum Blonde
6. Long Stem Rose
7. Short Memories
8. Here It Comes Again
9. Mr. Tender
10. Just Like Hermann Hesse
11. Yesterday’s Cloud
12. Oasis
13. Worthy Of Your Love

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