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If Love Was Like Guitars

Ian McNabb · 1993

12 min · 3 tracks · new wave

A melodic exploration of love's complexities wrapped in jangly guitars and introspective lyrics.

If Love Was Like Guitars is a single by Ian McNabb, released in 1993. A melodic exploration of love's complexities wrapped in jangly guitars and introspective lyrics. The album features the title track, which received substantial airplay and contributed to McNabb's recognition as a solo artist. It also helped solidify his place within the new wave genre during the early '90s, appealing to both critics and fans alike. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does If Love Was Like Guitars sound like?

A melodic exploration of love's complexities wrapped in jangly guitars and introspective lyrics. Rooted in new wave.

What makes If Love Was Like Guitars by Ian McNabb notable?

The album features the title track, which received substantial airplay and contributed to McNabb's recognition as a solo artist. It also helped solidify his place within the new wave genre during the early '90s, appealing to both critics and fans alike. If Love Was Like Guitars marked Ian McNabb's first solo album after his tenure with The Icicle Works, showcasing a shift towards a more personal sound. Released in 1993, this album followed the band's dissolution, allowing McNabb to express his artistic vision independently.

How many songs are on If Love Was Like Guitars?

If Love Was Like Guitars has 3 tracks, running approximately 12 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·12:49

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 If Love Was Like Guitars (edit) Standout 4:06
  • 2 Trams in Amsterdam Standout 3:45
  • 3 Great Dreams of Heaven (acoustic version) Standout 4:58

Release Date

January 1, 1993

Genre

new wave

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

12 min 49 sec