Stray (album)


Stray is the fourth album by Scottish group Aztec Camera, released in 1990 on Sire Records.
Stray was praised for its diversity of songs and styles, and for the assured nature of Roddy Frame's lyrics. Its understated production was also received positively, particularly coming after the group's previous album Love, which sold well in the United Kingdom but had been criticised by some for being too sanitised and glossy.
Stray peaked at No. 22 in the UK Albums Chart. The single "Good Morning Britain", a collaboration with Mick Jones, reached No. 19 in the UK Singles Chart.

Critical reception

In a 2013 review of Aztec Camera reissues, Uncut called Stray "the most inventive and durable Aztec Camera LP. Diverse, yes, but it’s exhilarating to hear Frame switching-up from plaintive balladry to the BAD-influenced 'Good Morning Britain.'"

Track listing

All tracks written by Roddy Frame.
  1. "Stray" 5:34
  2. "The Crying Scene" 3:34
  3. "Get Outta London" 3:41
  4. "Over My Head" 5:53
  5. "Good Morning Britain" 4:02
  6. "How It Is" 4:00
  7. "The Gentle Kind" 5:32
  8. "Notting Hill Blues" 6:41
  9. "Song for a Friend" 2:27

    Singles