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Architect of the Ruin

Toad the Wet Sprocket · 2015

20 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock

Melodic alternative rock intertwines introspective lyrics with lush instrumentation, creating an atmospheric yet grounded experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • introspective lyrics for deep thoughts
  • short sessions of melodic comfort
  • atmospheric yet grounded listening experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • fans of longer albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2015, 'Architect of the Ruin' marks Toad the Wet Sprocket's first studio album in over a decade, following their last release 'Hang On' (2002). At this point in their career, the band was navigating a resurgence in popularity and re-establishing their voice in the modern music landscape after a long hiatus.
Stylistic neighbors
Gin Blossoms· Counting Crows· Better Than Ezra

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Architect of the Ruin 3:31
  • 2 So Long Sunny 3:19
  • 3 Friendly Fire 4:02
  • 4 I'm Not Waiting 3:11
  • 5 Finally Fading 3:04
  • 6 Last to Fall 3:41

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