Midnight Oil - Blue Sky Red Earth

Review by Julia Stege

Midnight Oil's album Blue Sky Red Earth showcases the band's signature blend of socially conscious lyrics and high-energy rock. The album's opening track, "Golden Age," sets the tone with its driving rhythm and Peter Garrett's impassioned vocals. The band's political messages are front and center on tracks like "Say Your Prayers" and "The Dead Heart," which address issues of environmental destruction and indigenous rights.

The album also includes some of Midnight Oil's more introspective moments, such as "Antarctica" and "One Country," which reflect on the band's own role in the world and their hopes for a better future. Musically, the album is diverse, ranging from the reggae-inflected "Kingdom of Flaunt" to the hard-driving "Power and the Passion."

Summary by Julia Stege

Blue Sky Red Earth is a strong addition to Midnight Oil's discography and a testament to their commitment to using their music to effect change. Fans of the band's earlier work will find much to enjoy here, while newcomers will be drawn in by the band's fierce energy and message of social justice.