What makes 4 by Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators notable?

Upon its release, '4' debuted at number 17 on the Billboard 200 chart, highlighting its commercial success within a competitive music landscape. Critics praised the album for its cohesive sound and energetic performances, further establishing Slash and his band as a formidable force in contemporary hard rock. This album marks the fourth collaboration between Slash and Myles Kennedy, following the critically acclaimed 'Living the Dream' in 2018. By 2022, Slash had solidified his status as a rock icon while continuing to explore new musical territory with The Conspirators, demonstrating both evolution and consistency in their sound.

4 works well if you're into steady mid-tempo flow, melodic hooks and anthems and engaging immersive listening experience.

How many songs are on 4?

4 has 10 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

4

Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators · 2022

43 min · 10 tracks · hard rock

A hard-hitting blend of classic rock riffs and modern melodies, showcasing Slash's signature guitar work alongside powerful vocals.

Spotify Apple Music

YouTube Music YouTube Deezer Bandcamp SoundCloud

Own it: Amazon eBay

Top tracks — play these first

→
The River Is Rising — This opening track sets an electrifying tone with its driving rhythm and catchy chorus, encapsulating the band's dynamic energy right from the start.
→
C’est la vie — With its infectious melody and upbeat vibe, this song showcases a lighter side of the album while maintaining strong rock elements, making it a standout.
→
Spirit Love — This track blends heartfelt lyrics with soaring guitar solos, illustrating the emotional depth that complements the high-energy rock sound throughout the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo flow
melodic hooks and anthems
engaging immersive listening experience
reflective and contemplative moments

Where this album fits

Career context: This album marks the fourth collaboration between Slash and Myles Kennedy, following the critically acclaimed 'Living the Dream' in 2018. By 2022, Slash had solidified his status as a rock icon while continuing to explore new musical territory with The Conspirators, demonstrating both evolution and consistency in their sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Myles Kennedy· Crush 40· Alice Cooper

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Actions Speak Louder Than Words

The bridge shifts to a reflective tone where the singer acknowledges past mistakes and emphasizes the importance of taking action over mere promises.

This structural choice deepens the song's message by contrasting earlier bravado with vulnerability, enhancing the overall narrative arc.

Tracklist

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

1 The River Is Rising 3:42
2 Whatever Gets You By 3:40
3 C’est la vie 4:38
4 The Path Less Followed 3:40
5 Actions Speak Louder Than Words 4:01
6 Spirit Love 4:15
7 Fill My World 5:28
8 April Fool 4:33
9 Call Off the Dogs 3:15
10 Fall Back to Earth 6:23

What to play next

Go back to

Living the Dream Tour

2019

Full Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators discography Artists like Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators

hard rock

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata