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Alternate Endings

Fightstar · 2008

61 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock

A dynamic blend of alternative rock and post-hardcore energy with introspective lyrics and melodic hooks.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with dynamic peaks
  • introspective moments for deep reflection
  • engaging sing-alongs with friends
  • mix of energetic and mellow
  • for contemplative evening drives

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike introspective lyrical themes
  • prefer straightforward, fast-paced songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2008, 'Alternate Endings' marked Fightstar's third studio album, following their commercial breakthrough with 'One Day Son, This Will All Be Yours' in 2007. The band was navigating their sound further into a more polished alternative rock direction while maintaining their signature intensity.
Stylistic neighbors
Biffy Clyro· Enter Shikari· You Me at Six

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Floods (Colin Murnay radio 1 session) 3:47
  • 2 Where's the Money Lebowski? 3:27
  • 3 Waitin' for Superman (Colin Murnay radio 1 session) 4:19
  • 4 Amethyst 7:39
  • 5 99 (Colin Murnay radio 1 session) 4:03
  • 6 In Between Days 2:38
  • 7 Shinji Ikari 4:00
  • 8 Dark Star 3:43
  • 9 Gracious 3:44
  • 10 Fight for Us 4:09
  • 11 Hold Out Your Arms 3:48
  • 12 Nerv/Seele 3:52
  • 13 Zihuatanejo 3:36
  • 14 Breaking the Law 2:59
  • 15 Minerva (acoustic) 6:07

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