A Rock in the Weary Land
The Waterboys · 2001
63 min · 14 tracks · folk rock · Celtic music
A fusion of folk rock and Celtic influences that evokes both introspection and expansive landscapes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- introspective moments of reflection
- dynamic journey through landscapes
- late-night contemplative listening
- emotional depth in storytelling
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking quick, catchy singles
- dislike for introspective themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2001, The Waterboys were in a phase of artistic exploration, following their 1990 album 'Room to Roam'. 'A Rock in the Weary Land' emerged after a decade-long hiatus, marking a return to the studio with renewed vigor. This album showcased Mike Scott's evolving songwriting and a blending of diverse musical styles.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Pogues· Fairport Convention· Clannad
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Let It Happen 6:19
- 2 The Charlatan's Lament 6:52
- 3 Is She Conscious? 4:40
- 4 We Are Jonah 5:07
- 5 It's All Gone 2:16
- 6 My Love Is My Rock in the Weary Land 8:05
- 7 Lucky Day / Bad Advice 3:06
- 8 His Word Is Not His Bond 3:59
- 9 Malediction 4:16
- 10 Dumbing Down the World 3:06
- 11 The Wind in the Wires 5:33
- 12 Night Falls on London 0:48
- 13 Crown 7:04
- 14 My Lord, What a Morning 2:27
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