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• Internationalist, released in 1998, is Powderfingers third studio album and the record that cemented their place as one of Australias most important rock bands of the era. Expanding on the grunge and alt-rock influences of their earlier work, the band leaned into more melodic and textured songwriting, blending atmospheric ballads with driving rock anthems. Tracks like The Day You Come, Passenger, and Dont Wanna Be Left Out highlight Bernard Fannings emotive vocals and the groups knack for balancing intimacy with stadium-ready power.

  The albums strength lies in its maturity and diversityshifting seamlessly from soaring choruses to quieter, reflective moments, while tackling themes of identity, politics, and personal struggle. Internationalist resonated strongly in Australia, debuting at number one on the ARIA Albums Chart and winning multiple ARIA Awards. It stands as both a critical and commercial breakthrough, a record that showcased Powderfinger at the height of their creativity and ambition.

  Reviews

  Internationalist is the sound of a band hitting their stride, full of confidence and purpose. AllMusic

  Powderfinger balance introspection and anthemic power with impressive ease. Rolling Stone

  A richly crafted record that confirmed Powderfingers place at the forefront of Australian rock. The Guardian

  Internationalist is ambitious yet deeply personal, a career-defining moment for the band. NME

• Artist: Powderfinger Label: Polydor Format: LP Units: 1 Country: Australia Genre: Pop & Rock Style: Alternative Rock

• A1 Hindley Street
  A2 Belter
  A3 The Day You Come
  A4 Already Gone
  A5 Passenger
  A6 Don'T Wanna Be Left Out
  A7 Good-Day Ray
  B1 Trading Places
  B2 Private Man
  B3 Celebrity Head
  B4 Over My Head
  B5 Capoicity
  B6 Lemon Sunrise