A BOX OF DAVID BRIDIE
David Bridie - A Box of David Bridie, A Musical Journey Across Soundscapes [1983 - 2021] (27 x CDs)
In the tapestry of Australian music, few artists have woven together genres, cultures, and emotions as seamlessly as David Bridie. A composer, musician, and advocate for Indigenous and Melanesian artists, Bridie’s career is a masterclass in artistic evolution. From the atmospheric soundscapes of Not Drowning, Waving to the evocative storytelling of My Friend the Chocolate Cake and his deeply immersive solo work, Bridie’s music invites listeners on a journey, one that is both thought-provoking and profoundly beautiful. David Bridie’s musical style is a rich fusion of ambient, alternative, world music, and chamber pop influences. His work is characterized by atmospheric soundscapes, evocative storytelling, and a deep connection to cultural and environmental themes.
David bridie work can be followed through these stages of evolution.
Echoes of Innovation: Not Drowning, Waving [1983–1994]
Bridie’s first major step into the music world was with Not Drowning, Waving, a band he co-founded in 1983. While the group started as a duo between Bridie and guitarist John Phillips, it quickly expanded into a full ensemble, crafting music that blurred the boundaries between rock, ambient, and world influences. Their albums, such as Claim [1989] and Circus [1993], created sonic landscapes that could transport listeners to distant lands; deep forests, misty waters, and far-flung island communities.
Not Drowning, Waving became renowned for their collaborations with Melanesian musicians, particularly through their groundbreaking album Tabaran [1990], which highlighted the musical richness of Papua New Guinea. This project was not just an artistic endeavor but a cultural bridge, introducing Australian audiences to the sounds and traditions of their Pacific neighbors.
A Chamber Pop Delight: My Friend the Chocolate Cake [1990–Present]
In parallel with Not Drowning, Waving, Bridie explored a more introspective, intimate musical direction with My Friend the Chocolate Cake. Formed in 1989 with cellist Helen Mountfort, the group traded in the sweeping atmospheres of Bridie’s previous work for richly textured, chamber-pop arrangements. Their music, led by grand pianos, strings, and reflective lyrics, provided comfort and contemplation in equal measure.
Albums such as Brood [1994] and Home Improvements [2007] became staples for fans who sought depth in their music. The band’s ability to balance melancholic themes with a sense of warmth made them uniquely compelling—music that was just as suited for solo reflection as it was for shared appreciation.
Stepping Into the Spotlight: Solo Career & Film Scores (2000–Present)
By the late 1990s, Bridie had expanded his musical vision further by stepping into the role of a solo artist. His debut album, Act of Free Choice [2000], introduced a refined, deeply personal style, combining political themes with ethereal arrangements. Subsequent albums such as Hotel Radio [2003] and Wake [2013] continued this exploration, drawing listeners into Bridie’s poetic storytelling.
Parallel to his solo career, Bridie became a sought-after film composer, scoring over 100 projects. His work on films like Proof [1991] and In a Savage Land [1999] showcased his talent for crafting music that heightened emotions and immersed audiences into cinematic worlds. His ability to tell a story through music made him a favorite among directors looking for soundscapes that linger long after the credits roll.
Beyond creating music, Bridie has championed Indigenous Australian and Melanesian artists, ensuring their voices reach wider audiences. His Wantok Musik Foundation, a not-for-profit label, has been pivotal in supporting culturally significant artists such as George Telek and Frank Yamma. Bridie’s dedication to musical storytelling extends beyond his own work; he strives to amplify others whose stories deserve to be heard.
David Bridie’s career is not just a collection of albums or performances, it is a journey, an exploration of sound, identity, and the human experience. He has remained committed to artistic integrity while embracing collaboration, cultural exchange, and innovation. His music doesn’t demand attention; it invites listeners in, like a conversation with an old friend, layered, reflective, and deeply rewarding. A Lasting Legacy
If you haven’t yet ventured into the world of David Bridie, now is the time. Dive into his solo albums, explore the haunting beauty of Not Drowning, Waving, or revel in the delicate warmth of My Friend the Chocolate Cake. His music has been waiting for you, waiting to unfold, resonate, and become part of your own story. (B)
Included in this post are the following albums:
Not Drowning, Waving
Not Drowning, Waving - Another Pond [1985]
Not Drowning, Waving - The Little Desert [1985]
Not Drowning, Waving - Cold and The Crackle [1987]
Not Drowning, Waving - Claim [1989]
Not Drowning, Waving - Tabaran [1991]
Not Drowning, Waving - Circus [1993]
Not Drowning, Waving - Follow the Geography (A Compilation) [1993]
My Friend The Chocolate Cake
My Friend The Chocolate Cake - My Friend The Chocolate Cake [1991]
My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Brood [1994]
My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Good Luck [1996]
My Friend The Chocolate Cake - 19 Easy Pieces (Compilation) [1999]
My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Curious [2003]
My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Home Improvements [2007]
My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Fiasco - [2011]
My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Revival Meeting [2017]
David Bridie Solo & Soundtracks
Not Drowning, Waving - Proof OST [1991]
Not Drowning, Waving - Hammers [1994]
David Bridie with John Philips - Projects 1983-1993 [1994]
David Bridie - Act of Free Choice [2000]
David Bridie - Hotel Radio [2003]
David Bridie - Gone OST CD1 [2007]
David Bridie - Gone OST CD2 [2007] Ambient Translations From The Middle of Nowhere [2007]
David Bridie - Succumb [2008]
David Bridie - Satellite Boy OST [2013]
David Bridie - Wake [2013]
David Bridie - The Wisdom Line [2019]
David Bridie - In A Savage Land OST [2021]
I genuinely can't recommend this special presentation box set enough! The combination of sounds, songs, and artistic expression creates something truly remarkable. Each track resonates on a deep level, offering a journey through time, emotion, and creativity.
For me, the standout selection from this set is Tabaran [1990]. It’s an album that carries immense weight; not just in its sound, but in the stories and emotions woven into it. If you haven’t experienced it yet, prepare to be moved. It’s one of those rare musical works that has the power to stay with you long after the last note fades. (B)
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Track lists
NOT DROWNING, WAVING
Not Drowning, Waving - Another Pond [1985]
01 Not Drowning, Waving - Hibakusha 1:35
02 Not Drowning, Waving - Hunting for Nuggets 5:19
03 Not Drowning, Waving - Dare Not Say A Word 3:20
04 Not Drowning, Waving - John Wayne Visits Port Augusta 2:08
05 Not Drowning, Waving - Perfect Design 3:49
06 Not Drowning, Waving - The Wooden Box 3:11
07 Not Drowning, Waving - WalkTired 5:45
08 Not Drowning, Waving - The Water Drops 4:54
09 Not Drowning, Waving - Home on My Own 4:06
10 Not Drowning, Waving - Mr Suharto Man 3:23
11 Not Drowning, Waving - Mr Pooh (do be a don't be) 5:12
12 Not Drowning, Waving - Once Like This 2:22
13 Not Drowning, Waving - Another Pond 4:12
14 Not Drowning, Waving - Cheshire Cat 3:51
Not Drowning, Waving - The Little Desert [1985]
01 Not Drowning, Waving - The Same Heat 5:23
02 Not Drowning, Waving - Through the One Last Door 3:57
03 Not Drowning, Waving - Blackfish Creek 5:17
04 Not Drowning, Waving - Wilma's Dream 3:44
05 Not Drowning, Waving - Storm 5:24
06 Not Drowning, Waving - Tide 7:12
07 Not Drowning, Waving - Old Wobbly Man 4:16
08 Not Drowning, Waving - Pier No. 5 0:47
09 Not Drowning, Waving - Rocks 1:52
10 Not Drowning, Waving - A Selling of a Rock 3:16
11 Not Drowning, Waving - Overlay 3:59
12 Not Drowning, Waving - In the Early Morning 2:57
13 Not Drowning, Waving - Big Sky 2:47
Not Drowning, Waving - Cold and The Crackle [1987]
01 Not Drowning, Waving - Yes Sir I Can Boogee 4:45
02 Not Drowning, Waving - Cold and The Crackle 5:03
03 Not Drowning, Waving - Plog 3:18
04 Not Drowning, Waving - The Marriage is A Mess 3:51
05 Not Drowning, Waving - Brother Norbert 5:12
06 Not Drowning, Waving - Little King 2:31
07 Not Drowning, Waving - Sing Sing 4:53
08 Not Drowning, Waving - Clay 5:31
09 Not Drowning, Waving - Kerry's Green 3:58
10 Not Drowning, Waving - Under Roof, Under Tree 5:41
11 Not Drowning, Waving - Sitting 3:17
12 Not Drowning, Waving - Going Up The Country 4:24
Not Drowning, Waving - Claim [1989]
01 Not Drowning, Waving - Willow Tree 4:08
02 Not Drowning, Waving - Fishing Trawler 4:01
03 Not Drowning, Waving - Wobble 3:48
04 Not Drowning, Waving - Thomastown 4:07
05 Not Drowning, Waving - Maroon Rust 4:01
06 Not Drowning, Waving - Palau 5:34
07 Not Drowning, Waving - Yellow Earth 4:52
08 Not Drowning, Waving - Sweat 5:47
09 Not Drowning, Waving - Terra Nullius 4:28
10 Not Drowning, Waving - Claim 4:55
Not Drowning, Waving - Tabaran [1991]
01 Not Drowning Waving - Tabaran 5:05
02 Not Drowning Waving - The Kiap Song 4:33
03 Not Drowning Waving - Pila Pila 2:24
04 Not Drowning Waving - Sing Sing 4:51
05 Not Drowning Waving - Rain 3:57
06 Not Drowning Waving - Feast 2:29
08 Not Drowning Waving - Blackwater 5:53
09 Not Drowning Waving - Abebe 2:52
11 Not Drowning Waving - Up in The Mountains 5:00
12 Not Drowning Waving - Azahe 2:32
13 Not Drowning Waving - Call Across The Highlands 3:28
14 Not Drowning Waving - Funeral Chant 11:25
Not Drowning, Waving - Circus [1993]
01 Not Drowning, Waving - Crazy Birds 4:31
02 Not Drowning, Waving - Spark 4:38
03 Not Drowning, Waving - The Magician 5:32
04 Not Drowning, Waving - Teteko Aotearoa 4:00
05 Not Drowning, Waving - Wonder 4:18
06 Not Drowning, Waving - Slumber in Tumbleland 1:59
07 Not Drowning, Waving - Albert Namatjira 5:52
08 Not Drowning, Waving - Sky The Towel 5:03
09 Not Drowning, Waving - Penmon 5:15
10 Not Drowning, Waving - Norman Young 3:54
11 Not Drowning, Waving - The Migrant 3:42
12 Not Drowning, Waving - Parish Pump 4:13
13 Not Drowning, Waving - Walk Me Home 3:48
Not Drowning, Waving - Follow the Geography (A Compilation) [1993]
01 Not Drowning, Waving - A Selling of The Rock 3:17
02 Not Drowning, Waving - The Kiap Song 4:32
03 Not Drowning, Waving - Sunday 4:12
04 Not Drowning, Waving - Walk 3:01
05 Not Drowning, Waving - Pila Pila 2:19
06 Not Drowning, Waving - Willow Tree 4:05
07 Not Drowning, Waving - Thomastown 4:03
08 Not Drowning, Waving - Sing Sing 4:47
09 Not Drowning, Waving - Palau (Micronesian Mix) 6:56
10 Not Drowning, Waving - Dare Not Say A Word 3:12
11 Not Drowning, Waving - Wobble 3:43
12 Not Drowning, Waving - The Same Heat 5:19
13 Not Drowning, Waving - Overlay 3:57
14 Not Drowning, Waving - Blackwater 5:47
15 Not Drowning, Waving - Cold & The Crackle 4:55
MY FRIEND THE CHOCOLATE CAKE
My Friend The Chocolate Cake - My Friend the Chocolate Cake [1991]
01 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - A Midlife's Tale 3:28
02 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Romp 4:31
03 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Nanny's Farewell 3:30
04 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Neighbourhood Watch 3:42
05 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Uncle Bill's Paddock 2:36
06 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - A Slow Storm Brews 4:30
07 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - My Friend The Chocolate Cake 3:38
08 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Fingerbone 3:59
09 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - How Green Was My Valley 3:11
10 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Teteko 4:26
11 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Buffalo Ballet 3:02
12 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - John Elliot's Nose 4:04
13 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Danny Boy 5:20
14 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Thirds for Jackson 2:28
My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Brood [1994]
01 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Dance (You Stupid Monster to My Soft Song) 2:36
02 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - I've Got a Plan 3:12
03 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Throwing it Away 3:59
04 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Greenkeeping 3:27
05 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Old Years 3:46
06 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Song From Under the Floorboards 3:57
07 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Jimmy Stynes 3:21
08 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Slow Way to Go Down 5:18
09 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Bottom and the Rustics 4:23
10 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Rosetta 3:49
11 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Gossip 4:18
12 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Brood 3:47
13 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Yandoit 4:17
14 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Pramsitters 3:12
15 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Aberystwyth 4:10
16 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Red Wallpaper 1:40
17 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - John Cain Avenue 3:43
18 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Low 2:28
My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Good Luck [1996]
01 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Good Luck 3:15
02 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Lighthouse Keeper 4:10
03 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Salt 4:53
04 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - 100 Flowers in Bloom 2:45
05 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Kitsch Parade 3:41
06 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Vandorlo 3:31
07 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Talk About Love 3:08
08 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Sirens 5:48
09 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Cello Song for Charlie 3:13
10 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Your Ship Has Gone 3:09
11 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Young Girls 2:29
12 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Algeria... 2:24
13 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Can't Find Love 3:11
14 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - G-B 2:01
My Friend The Chocolate Cake - 19 Easy Pieces (Compilation) [1999]
01 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Sing Me Soft and Sweet and Slow 4:33
02 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Novella, Pt. 4 2:22
03 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - That Eye the Sky 2:56
04 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - You're No Flowers Anymore 3:50
05 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Bottle, Pt. 1 [Mind's Eye] 2:27
06 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Gentle Rain 2:27
07 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Sill [What Have I Written] 3:15
08 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Turkish Story 2:49
09 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Dead Errol [That Eye the Sky] 2:03
10 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Wash the Pain Away 4:00
11 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Emry's [What Have I Written] 1:37
12 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - I'll Be Alright 3:35
13 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Bottle, Pt. 2 [Mind's Eye] 1:20
14 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Old Years 5:27
15 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Samick 2:43
16 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Travel Shop 3:47
17 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Pramsitters [Live] 3:11
18 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Chinese Envoy 3:04
19 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Thirds for Jackson [Live] 2:35
My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Curious [1999]
01 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - It's All in the Way 3:38
02 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - I Guess it Don't Get Much Better Than This 3:31
03 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Leave (If You Want To) 4:21
04 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Weep 3:31
05 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - I Like it Like This 4:56
06 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Mangrove Song 4:09
07 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Muckheap 3:51
08 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Swirl 4:27
09 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Kilana Stringband Song 2:37
10 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Malolo 4:07
11 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Boat Song 4:18
12 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Kelly Kwalik Country 5:34
13 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Curious 4:15
14 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - More Heart Than Me 4:53
My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Home Improvements [2007]
01 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Hymn for the Carnies 5:14
02 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Home Improvements 3:42
03 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - She Dreams All Different Colours 4:07
04 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Five Sisters 5:42
05 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Weather Coast 5:59
06 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Pentecostal Girl 4:15
07 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Opus Lagavulin 4:20
08 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Let's Go Walk This Town 4:11
09 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Seek 4:40
10 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Forgotten Athletes of Persia 3:53
11 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - John Patap 2:46
12 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Movement 4:48
13 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - This Life Tonight 6:29
14 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Malaise 4:44
My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Fiasco [2011]
01 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Request 3:21
02 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - 25 Stations 4:08
03 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Foreigner 4:39
04 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Centre Cannot Hold 3:58
05 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Great Expectations 4:05
06 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The 5 Thing 2:48
07 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Black Ice 5:29
08 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Sister Berenice 4:33
09 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Everything We Need 3:18
10 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Take This as Read 4:46
11 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Madang Panic Attack 4:18
12 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Crossing Shlovniak Holow 5:09
13 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - A Quiet Place 6:20
14 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Measured Best 4:12
15 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Slow for Alice 2:19
My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Revival Meeting [2017]
01 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Poke Along Slowly 3:42
02 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Jeffrey Smart (Silver City) 4:54
03 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Sleep The Whole Night Through 3:06
04 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Satellite Boy (Pumpy) 2:53
05 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Easter Parade 4:16
06 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Cry Beloved Cry 4:28
07 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Another Year 3:41
08 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Busojaras 4:50
09 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Are the Kids Alright? 3:26
10 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Middle Velt 3:00
11 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Stori Rabaul 3:02
12 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Prince 4:34
13 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Fortunate Isles 3:20
14 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - The Fire Turns to Embers 2:59
15 My Friend The Chocolate Cake - Jims Refrain 2:05
DAVID BRIDIE SOLO & SOUNDTRACKS
Not Drowning, Waving - Proof OST [1991]
01 Not Drowning, Waving - Walk 3:03
02 Not Drowning, Waving - Sunday 5:36
03 Not Drowning, Waving - Sad 2:51
04 Not Drowning, Waving - Happy 3:45
05 Not Drowning, Waving - Fun 1:25
06 Not Drowning, Waving - Sad 1:13
07 Not Drowning, Waving - The Garden 3:51
08 Not Drowning, Waving - Panic 2:00
09 Not Drowning, Waving - Sultry 3:33
10 Not Drowning, Waving - Walk 3:21
11 Not Drowning, Waving - Sad 2:51
Not Drowning, Waving - Hammers [1994]
01 Not Drowning, Waving - Hammers 2:55
02 Not Drowning, Waving - Thoughts of Charlotte 0:47
03 Not Drowning, Waving - Mist 0:54
04 Not Drowning, Waving - The Chase 3:30
05 Not Drowning, Waving - Mrs. B's Gone 1:33
06 Not Drowning, Waving - Remember 1:22
07 Not Drowning, Waving - Waltz 3:09
09 Not Drowning, Waving - Cup of Tea 1:22
10 Not Drowning, Waving - Hammers 1:24
11 Not Drowning, Waving - Young'uns 3:11
12 Not Drowning, Waving - Walk With Dad 1:34
13 Not Drowning, Waving - Nellie's Farewell 0:51
14 Not Drowning, Waving - Stay 1:10
15 Not Drowning, Waving - Mist 1:32
15 Not Drowning, Waving - Preacher 1:56
David Bridie with John Philips - Projects 1983-1993 [1994]
01 David Bridie with John Philips - Pool 1:39
02 David Bridie with John Philips - Breu Peyney (Cambodia) 2:40
03 David Bridie with John Philips - The Sleep of Rhythm 2:42
04 David Bridie with John Philips - Slow Grandpa's Tune 1:44
05 David Bridie with John Philips - Shelter 2:49
06 David Bridie with John Philips - Labour in Power 1:30
07 David Bridie with John Philips - The Hibakusha 3:15
08 David Bridie with John Philips - God's Girls 3:06
09 David Bridie with John Philips - Charlie and The Rottweilers 1:41
10 David Bridie with John Philips - Vong Ct' 3:14
11 David Bridie with John Philips - Fences 4:14
12 David Bridie with John Philips - Norm Young's Piano 3:01
13 David Bridie with John Philips - The Carnival is Over 3:47
14 David Bridie with John Philips - Body Work 2:43
15 David Bridie with John Philips - Greenkeeping (Lenny's Theme) 2:33
16 David Bridie with John Philips - The Great Ocean Road 2:52
17 David Bridie with John Philips - Love Charm 1:53
18 David Bridie with John Philips - August 6th 3:52
19 David Bridie with John Philips - The Farm (Whitlam Theme) 2:50
20 David Bridie with John Philips - Recession Theme 1:40
21 David Bridie with John Philips - Breu Peyney (David Thrussel Remix) 3:15
22 David Bridie with John Philips - Happy as Can Be 2:51
David Bridie - Act of Free Choice [2000]
01 David Bridie - Act of Free Choice [from 'Act of Free Choice' EP] 3:39
01 David Bridie - The Koran, The Ghan and a Yarn 4:22
02 David Bridie - Dive 5:18
02 David Bridie - Hide [from 'Act of Free Choice' EP] 5:35
03 David Bridie - Breath 6:56
03 David Bridie - Malaria [from 'Act of Free Choice' EP] 3:42
04 David Bridie - Kerosene 4:13
04 David Bridie - The Deserters [from 'Act of Free Choice' EP] 3:22
05 David Bridie - Act of Free Choice [Shaboom Mix] [from 'Act of Free Choice' EP] 3:59
05 David Bridie - The Deserters 3:16
06 David Bridie - Float 5:24
07 David Bridie - Sad 4:23
08 David Bridie - Talk Mister Nation 4:16
09 David Bridie - Salt (I Don't Want to Go No Further) 4:41
10 David Bridie - The Last Great Magician 5:39
11 David Bridie - Found Wanting 4:44
David Bridie - Hotel Radio [2003]
01 David Bridie - Hotel Radio 3:33
02 David Bridie - On A Day Like This 4:21
03 David Bridie - Safety Haven 5:43
04 David Bridie - Come Around 4:11
05 David Bridie - Nation (Of The Heartless Kind) 4:32
06 David Bridie - The Tender Trap 5:04
07 David Bridie - 100 Flowers in Bloom 3:38
08 David Bridie - Ephiphany 4:25
09 David Bridie - Looking After Ourselves 4:25
10 David Bridie - Canopy 5:34
11 David Bridie - Blue Black Sky 4:58
12 David Bridie - Wires 6:55
13 David Bridie - Stumble Away 6:30
David Bridie - Gone OST CD1 [2007]
01 David Bridie - Drive # 1 Bad Place 1:42
02 David Bridie - Loss (sung by Jida Gulpilil) 2:39
03 David Bridie - Gone 1:53
04 David Bridie - Neon Night Kings Cross 2:53
05 David Bridie - Healing 4:27
06 David Bridie - Old TownWinton Poison Hole 4:33
07 David Bridie - Longreach Hotel 0:56
08 David Bridie - Mesa 2:54
09 David Bridie - Railtracks RestMotel 2:02
10 David Bridie - Pills 2:14
11 David Bridie - Delirium 1:59
12 David Bridie - Tanks 4:16
13 David Bridie - Diamantina Accordion 2:58
14 David Bridie - Flicking The Polaroid 1:46
15 David Bridie - Love Falls Apart 3:05
16 David Bridie - PlainWrong 1:07
17 David Bridie - Black Dog 2:51
18 David Bridie - Middle of Nowhere 1 3:13
19 David Bridie - Middle of Nowhere 2 1:47
20 David Bridie - Loss Reprise 4:04
David Bridie - Gone OST CD2 [2007] Ambient Translations From The Middle of Nowhere [2007]
01 David Bridie - Road Train 1:30
02 David Bridie - Winston Music Fence 5:18
03 David Bridie - Mill Loop 2:34
04 David Bridie - Wind Mill 1:17
05 David Bridie - Bladensberg NP 1:26
06 David Bridie - Conch & Wire 5:12
07 David Bridie - Windmill 2 2:31
08 David Bridie - Space 2:43
09 David Bridie - Tank 0:58
10 David Bridie - Wires 1 5:33
11 David Bridie - Wires 2 1:07
12 David Bridie - Skullhole 1:01
13 David Bridie - Wires 3 1:35
14 David Bridie - Crow 4:06
15 David Bridie - Conches 5:15
David Bridie - Succumb [2008]
01 David Bridie - So Many Lies 4:17
02 David Bridie - Succumb 4:32
03 David Bridie - Going Out With The Enemy 3:39
04 David Bridie - The Foreign Correspondent 4:17
05 David Bridie - Falling Down 5:24
06 David Bridie - Raskol Dusty 5:47
07 David Bridie - This Year is Better Than Last Year 5:01
08 David Bridie - Swirl (Wrapped Around Your Heart) 4:16
09 David Bridie - First Chapter (Hearts Are Heavy) 6:25
10 David Bridie - Anti-Chase Music 2 15:15
David Bridie - Satellite Boy OST [2013]
01 David Bridie - Twinkle Twinkle (feat. David Gulpilil) 1:09
02 David Bridie - Satellite Dish (feat. Jida Gulpilil) 2:05
03 David Bridie - Boys Own Adventure (Lumpy Pumpy) 2:26
04 David Bridie - Everybody’s Talking (feat. Frank Yamma) 3:13
05 David Bridie - Fire Makes Spear (feat. Jida Gulpilil) 3:18
06 David Bridie - Bicycle Cruise Kununurra 1:50
07 David Bridie - Go Bush, Go Boys (feat. Jida Gulpilil) 1:47
08 David Bridie - Juvenile Detainee 1:51
09 David Bridie - Leave your Mother 2:10
10 David Bridie - Windmill Solar System (feat. Jida Gulpilil) 5:02
11 David Bridie - The Lumpy Pump Organ 2:07
12 David Bridie - Cry the Satellite (feat. Jida Gulpilil) 1:54
13 David Bridie - Emerge (feat. Jida Gulpilil) 0:38
14 David Bridie - Everybody’s Talking (feat. Frank Yamma) 1:15
15 David Bridie - Mother 3:12
16 David Bridie - Gun 1:12
17 David Bridie - Gangal Pingu (I’m Coming Home) [feat. Jida Gulpilil] 1:55
18 David Bridie - Gorge (feat. Jida Gulpilil) 1:51
David Bridie - Wake [2013]
01 David Bridie - Dr Seuss is Painting in the Sky 3:56
02 David Bridie - Your No Flower 4:03
03 David Bridie - Delegate 5:08
04 David Bridie - The Shortest Day of the Year 4:25
05 David Bridie - Stoned in Kabul 4:58
06 David Bridie - Black Islands 4:22
07 David Bridie - Chatter 3:11
08 David Bridie - Old Lovers 4:13
09 David Bridie - Port Resolution 4:44
10 David Bridie - Treason 4:40
11 David Bridie - Flatlands 3:42
12 David Bridie - I Am So Lonesome 3:35
David Bridie - The Wisdom Line [2019]
01 David Bridie - Red (2000 Miles Away from the Fair) 5:04
02 David Bridie - Rogue Wave 4:12
03 David Bridie - People Come and Go 3:55
04 David Bridie - Hemdyn Town 3:04
05 David Bridie - Book of Revelation 4:15
06 David Bridie - The Wisdom Line 1:38
07 David Bridie - Shes Upped and Gone 5:22
08 David Bridie - Permanent Water (Umari) 5:38
09 David Bridie - Goodbye Jerusalem 5:57
10 David Bridie - The Low Bar 5:23
11 David Bridie - The Abyss 4:26
David Bridie - In A Savage Land OST [2021]
01 David Bridie - Luya Head High Meris 2:22
02 David Bridie - Closing Music 1:41
03 David Bridie - Big Haus / Escape to The Southcoast 1:06
04 David Bridie - Evelyn Leaves 0:56
05 David Bridie - The Walk Up to Malakalash 1:13
06 David Bridie - Village 0:50
07 David Bridie - Your Winnings 1:01
08 David Bridie - On The Railway Platform 1:33
09 David Bridie - Mick's Grave 1:58
10 David Bridie - Tom's Bula Bula 1:42
11 David Bridie - Pearling 2:33
12 David Bridie - Search and Loss in Adelaide 0:56
13 David Bridie - Library 0:34
14 David Bridie - Doba 1:34
15 David Bridie - Phillip Dies 0:54
16 David Bridie - Sail to Malakash 1:45
17 David Bridie - Bula Bula Luya Meris 1:07
18 David Bridie - Mr. Carpenter Comes in From The Rain 0:53
19 David Bridie - The Departure 2:01
20 David Bridie - Sail to Kiriwina 0:59
21 David Bridie - The Mourning Cage 0:38
22 David Bridie - Got Any Eggs? 0:34
23 David Bridie - Minuwesi Totovava on A Blessings Mouth Organ 1:41
24 David Bridie - Japanese Warships 1:17
25 David Bridie - Relationship Theme 1:24
26 David Bridie - Rings 0:33
27 David Bridie - Marriage Proposal 0:20
28 David Bridie - Siyeopa Wapa 1:18
29 David Bridie - Lik Lik Copra 1:11
30 David Bridie - Hed Hi Orchestra 1:55
31 David Bridie - Patrol boat 0:41
32 David Bridie - Philip Rows - Oyubuyobu - Yobu Song 2:33
33 David Bridie - Love in The Lukaut Minor 2:01
34 David Bridie - Begin The Beguine 3:30
35 David Bridie - Bulogala Bwaina 3:54
36 David Bridie - Kasolukova Valam 3:18
37 David Bridie - Kula Hassell 1:15
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An extremely interesting discovery for me -
ReplyDeleteThank you BB!
Cheers
Giulio
I hope the journey is rewarding for you, Giulio.
DeleteCheers.
In my (very) distant memories, David Bridie's music falls somewhere between influences like RealWorld (the label) and Steve Wilson/Porcupine Tree/No Man. Can't wait to rediscover his music. Thank you very much BB.
ReplyDeleteHi Herve,
DeleteThis music is a true journey. I wonder what you think of it after listening to it.
There are many surprises and revelations for me, hidden in this forest of music.
Cheers.
Este blog nunca termina de sorprendernos, siempre aparece algún safari musical emocionante e inesperado.
ReplyDeleteGracias por estar ahÃ.
Un afectuoso saludo.
Hi Mirta.
DeleteYour words truly capture the essence of this musical journey. There’s always something new to discover, an unexpected adventure through sound. Your kind sentiments mean a lot.
Affectionate greetings in return, and may the music continue to inspire.
Cheers.
I'm always looking for something new to check out, and here you come again with David Bridle! Thank you - can't wait to listen...
ReplyDeleteHi Ken.
DeleteDavid Bridie’s music is truly a journey; his ability to weave together ambient, alternative, and world influences makes his work both immersive and evocative. A Box of David Bridie collection spans decades, offering insight into his evolution as an artist.
I’m glad you’re excited to dive into this set. There’s so much depth and artistry waiting to be explored. Enjoy the listening experience.
Cheers.
Fantastic share! Many many thanks.
ReplyDeleteThank you, DK.
DeleteIf you are not familiar with David Bridie's music, you will be astounded by the beauty woven into every track of this box set. His work is truly glorious. I hope you enjoy the musical journey ahead.
Cheers.
BB - This is a simply astounding post, even by your standards! Always delighted with your blog, and deeply appreciated. Always interesting, but this is truly an exceptional find.
ReplyDeleteThank you, RD.
DeleteYour enthusiasm is truly appreciated. It’s always a joy to share music that sparks excitement and discovery. This particular find is something special, and I’m thrilled that it resonates with you.
Thank you for your kind words and may the journey through sound continue to surprise and inspire.
Cheers.
Never heard of the man before, but this sounds like truly fascinating stuff...
ReplyDeleteHi One Buck Guy.
DeleteDavid Bridie’s music is indeed a fascinating discovery. His ability to blend ambient, alternative, and world influences creates a deeply immersive listening experience. This collection offers a rich journey through his evolution as an artist, revealing layers of storytelling and sonic landscapes that are both thought-provoking and beautiful. Enjoy exploring his work, there’s so much depth waiting to be uncovered.
Cheers.
Thanks heaps for this box set. I have been a fan of My Friend The Chocolate Cake and David Bridie for years. It is fantastic to have all this music in one place. Brilliant
ReplyDeleteThat is great news, Bruce D.
DeleteGlad to have helped out.
Cheers.
Hi Butterboy, thank you for this amazing collection. David Bridie is certainly an extremely creative and talented artist and is deserving of more recognition. I already have some of his work but this set will fill a few gaps. Excellent!!
ReplyDeleteHi Martin Michael.
DeleteIt's my pleasure to post such a box set of David Bridie's music.
I am pleased to hear that this post fills some gaps in your collection.
Cheers.