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Action Pact

Sloan · 2003

45 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · power pop

Energetic power pop melodies collide with sharp lyrics and a vibrant, guitar-driven sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick bursts of energetic fun
  • sing-along moments with friends
  • sharp lyrics for thoughtful reflection
  • for upbeat road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • want longer, immersive tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time Sloan released 'Action Pact' in 2003, they were well-established in the Canadian alternative rock scene, having gained recognition with previous albums like 'One Chord to Another' (1996). This album marked their sixth studio release and continued their trend of blending catchy hooks with insightful lyrics while exploring a more polished production approach.
Stylistic neighbors
Big Star· The Posies· Matthew Sweet

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Gimme That 2:39
  • 2 Live On 3:11
  • 3 Backstabbin' 2:51
  • 4 The Rest of My Life 2:45
  • 5 False Alarm 3:47
  • 6 Nothing Lasts Forever Anymore 3:18
  • 7 Hollow Head 3:37
  • 8 Ready for You 2:07
  • 9 I Was Wrong 2:52
  • 10 Who Loves Life More? 3:26
  • 11 Reach Out 3:28
  • 12 Fade Away 4:51
  • 13 Will You Ever Love Me Again? 4:34
  • 14 Step on It, Jean 2:11

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