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21st Century Love Songs

The Wildhearts · 2021

43 min · 10 tracks · hard rock

A gritty fusion of hard rock and punk energy, reflecting contemporary themes with raw honesty.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo flow throughout
  • raw honesty in lyrical themes
  • reflective moments of personal struggle
  • engaging sing-along choruses
  • suitable for focused listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid emotional depth and reflection

Where this album fits

Career context
By the release of '21st Century Love Songs', The Wildhearts were navigating a resurgence after years of lineup changes and sporadic releases. This album marked their first full studio effort since 'Renaissance Men' in 2019, showcasing a renewed creative vigor. It was a pivotal moment that reaffirmed their distinct sound within the hard rock genre.
Stylistic neighbors
The Darkness· Hell Is for Heroes· Reuben

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 21st Century Love Songs 4:56
  • 2 Remember These Days 4:52
  • 3 Splitter 4:04
  • 4 Institutional Submission 5:37
  • 5 Sleepaway 5:31
  • 6 You Do You 2:42
  • 7 Sort Your Fucking Shit Out 3:13
  • 8 Directions 4:01
  • 9 A Physical Exorcism 3:43
  • 10 My Head Wants Me Dead 4:47

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