''Silverbeet'' is the fourth album by the

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band the Bats, released in 1993. The album was recorded from 15 November to 2 December 1992, at The Outpost in Stoughton, Massachusetts. "Courage" was released as a CD single that included two additional non-album tracks and a reworked version of "Slow Alight". ''Silverbeet'' peaked at No. 26 on the New Zealand album charts.

Critical reception

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'' wrote that "the album's melodies overshadow the lyrics, conveying an impression that's blithe and hopeful." ''

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'' noted that "there are flashes of alternative favorites Inspiral Carpets and glimpses of Happy Mondays, but The Bats hold their own in terms of strong songwriting, even though their lyrics seem internal and uncertain."

Track listing

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has stated that the song "Slow Alight" on the album is actually named "Alight From The Rear".

Personnel

*Malcolm Grant - drums, cover art *

- bass, vocals, piano (track 6), guitar (track 11) * Robert Scott - guitar, lead vocals, keyboards (tracks 1, 6 & 13) *Kaye Woodward - guitar, vocals, keyboards (track 5) Also credited: *

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- engineer, producer

References

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