22 Dreams
Paul Weller · 2008
68 min · 21 tracks · new wave
A kaleidoscopic blend of introspective lyrics and eclectic musical styles, merging folk, rock, and pop sensibilities.
Why this album works
Upon its release, '22 Dreams' received critical acclaim, highlighted by its inclusion in various year-end best-of lists. The album peaked at number three on the UK Albums Chart and was praised for its ambitious diversity in sound and lyrical depth, further solidifying Weller's influence in British music.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys contemplative late-night reflections
- Context
- By 2008, Paul Weller was well-established as a solo artist, releasing '22 Dreams' as his ninth studio album. This record followed the commercially successful 'As Is Now' from 2005, showcasing Weller's ongoing artistic evolution as he embraced a more experimental approach to songwriting and composition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- giorge mijael· Ellie Goulding· Radiohead· Kate Bush· Robbie Williams· Blur· Pet Shop Boys· Gorillaz
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Light Nights 3:44
- 2 22 Dreams Standout 2:48
- 3 All I Wanna Do (Is Be With You) 4:36
- 4 Have You Made Up Your Mind 3:15
- 5 Empty Ring 3:03
- 6 Invisible 4:06
- 7 Song for Alice 3:38
- 8 Cold Moments 5:00
- 9 The Dark Pages of September Lead to the New Leaves of Spring 0:44
- 10 Black River Standout 3:47
- 11 Why Walk When You Can Run 4:13
- 12 Push It Along 2:52
- 13 A Dream Reprise 1:09
- 14 Echoes Round the Sun 3:08
- 15 One Bright Star 2:57
- 16 Lullaby Für Kinder 2:23
- 17 Where’er Ye Go 2:47
- 18 God 2:02
- 19 111 2:23
- 20 Sea Spray 3:55
- 21 Night Lights Standout 6:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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