The Story
Capricornia is the twelfth studio album from Midnight Oil, drawing inspiration from the band’s deep connection to Australia’s Northern Territory and its complex social, cultural, and environmental landscapes. Blending driving rock with layered arrangements and melodic depth, the album explores themes of Indigenous rights, globalization, faith, and environmental responsibility. Urgent yet reflective, Capricornia balances political conviction with expansive songwriting. On vinyl, the album delivers a powerful, cohesive listening experience and stands as one of Midnight Oil’s most ambitious and globally minded releases.
Track list:
Side A
Golden Age
Too Much Sunshine
Capricornia
Luritja Way
Tone Poem
A Crocodile Cries
Mosquito March
Side B
Say Your Prayers
Been Away Too Long
Under the Overpass
World That I See
Poets and Slaves
Description
Capricornia is the twelfth studio album from Midnight Oil, drawing inspiration from the band’s deep connection to Australia’s Northern Territory and its complex social, cultural, and environmental landscapes. Blending driving rock with layered arrangements and melodic depth, the album explores themes of Indigenous rights, globalization, faith, and environmental responsibility. Urgent yet reflective, Capricornia balances political conviction with expansive songwriting. On vinyl, the album delivers a powerful, cohesive listening experience and stands as one of Midnight Oil’s most ambitious and globally minded releases.
Track list:
Side A
Golden Age
Too Much Sunshine
Capricornia
Luritja Way
Tone Poem
A Crocodile Cries
Mosquito March
Side B
Say Your Prayers
Been Away Too Long
Under the Overpass
World That I See
Poets and Slaves
