Released in 1978, Prehistoric Sounds marked a dramatic shift for The Saints from their earlier punk roots to a darker, more soulful and sophisticated sound. Its a bold, genre-blurring album that blends post-punk edge with Stax-inspired horn arrangements and brooding lyricism. Chris Baileys voice is raw and expressive, delivering introspective and confrontational themes, while the addition of brass adds a melancholic depth. Far from the straightforward fury of their debut, this album is dense, emotionally charged, and often cited as their most ambitious and underrated work.

Reviews

A masterpiece of post-punk soulhaunting, poetic, and way ahead of its time. The Guardian

Prehistoric Sounds wasnt just a departure, it was a reinvention... and a brilliant one at that. Pitchfork

One of the greatest Australian albums ever recorded. Rolling Stone Australia

Baileys songwriting is unflinching, and the arrangements are stunningly bold. Mojo

A1 Swing For The Crime
A2 All Times Through Paradise
A3 Every Day'S A Holiday, Every Night'S A Party
A4 Brisbane (Security City)
A5 Church Of Indifference
A6 Crazy Googenheimer Blues
B1 Everything'S Fine
B2 The Prisoner
B3 Security
B4 This Time
B5 Take This Heart Of Mine
B6 The Chameleon
B7 Save Me