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Acetylene

The Walkabouts · 2005

52 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock

A haunting blend of atmospheric rock and introspective lyrics that explore themes of fear and resilience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • haunting atmosphere for reflection
  • introspective themes of resilience
  • late-night solitude listening
  • emotional depth in each track

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone upbeat tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, 'Acetylene' marked The Walkabouts' return as a revitalized force in alternative rock after a four-year hiatus following their previous album, 'Critical Mass.' This period saw the band experimenting with a more organic sound while still retaining their signature storytelling approach. Their evolution during this phase reflected both personal growth and shifts in the music landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Red House Painters· Mazzy Star· The Church

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fuck Your Fear 4:15
  • 2 Coming Up for Air 4:06
  • 3 Devil in the Details 4:24
  • 4 Whisper 5:55
  • 5 Kalashnikov 5:31
  • 6 Have You Ever Seen the Morning? 3:56
  • 7 Northsea Train 5:43
  • 8 Acetylene 3:36
  • 9 Before This City Wakes 6:02
  • 10 The Last Ones 9:09

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