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Avalanche

Matthew Good · 2003

69 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · acoustic music

A sweeping blend of poignant lyrics and atmospheric instrumentation that captures the weight of modern disillusionment.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long immersive listening sessions
  • contemplative late-night moods
  • wave-like pacing experience

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 4, 2003, 'Avalanche' was Matthew Good's fourth studio album, following his commercially successful 'Beautiful Midnight.' At this point in his career, Good was solidifying his status as a prominent figure in Canadian rock, navigating the aftermath of his previous album's success while exploring deeper, more introspective themes in his songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
David Gray· Gavin DeGraw· The Fray

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Pledge of Allegiance 4:59
  • 2 Lullaby for the New World Order 3:52
  • 3 Weapon 5:59
  • 4 Song for the Girl 3:16
  • 5 In a World Called Catastrophe 5:58
  • 6 Avalanche 7:26
  • 7 21st Century Living 3:11

Disc 2

  • 1 Near Fantastica 8:00
  • 2 Bright End of Nowhere 4:08
  • 3 Double Life 4:22
  • 4 While We Were Hunting Rabbits 8:00
  • 5 A Long Way Down 3:56
  • 6 House of Smoke & Mirrors 6:04

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