Darklands (album)

This article is about the Jesus and Mary Chain album. For other uses, see Darklands.

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Darklands is the second album by Scottish alternative rock band The Jesus and Mary Chain. Unlike their previous album, drum machines were used in place of drummer Bobby Gillespie, who had left to pursue a successful career as the frontman with Primal Scream. The album marks a turning point in the band's music, going from the savage noise-pop of Psychocandy, to a more melodic Indie/Alternative rock sound.

Gillespie and Primal Scream later recorded a cover of the album's title track.

Lead vocals are by Jim Reid, with the exception of "Darklands," "Nine Million Rainy Days" and "On the Wall," sung by William Reid.

Track listing

1. "Darklands" – 5:29
2. "Deep One Perfect Morning" – 2:43
3. "Happy When It Rains" – 3:36
4. "Down on Me" – 2:36
5. "Nine Million Rainy Days" – 4:29
6. "April Skies" – 4:00
7. "Fall" – 2:28
8. "Cherry Came Too" – 3:06
9. "On the Wall" – 5:05
10. "About You" – 2:33

Charts

Album Year	Chart	Position
1987	UK Albums Chart	5
1987	The Billboard 200	161
1987	Swedish Albums Chart	38