Ben Folds Five – The Complete Sessions at West 54th
Ben Folds Five · 2001
65 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant showcase of Ben Folds Five's blend of witty lyrics and dynamic piano-driven melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- witty lyrics for engaged listeners
- dynamic flow for reflective moments
- vibrant showcase of storytelling
- for sing-along sessions
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2001, 'The Complete Sessions at West 54th' captures Ben Folds Five during a transitional period after their third studio album, 'The Unauthorized Biography of Reinhold Messner.' The band was on the verge of hiatus, making this live recording a poignant reflection of their career before pursuing individual projects.
- Stylistic neighbors
- They Might Be Giants· Fountains of Wayne· Cake
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Missing the War 4:49
- 2 Kate 3:17
- 3 Battle of Who Could Care Less 3:25
- 4 The Last Polka 4:37
- 5 Selfless, Cold and Composed 5:48
- 6 Brick 4:46
- 7 Steven’s Last Night in Town 4:14
- 8 Smoke 4:55
- 9 Philosophy 4:47
- 10 Emaline 3:21
- 11 Theme From “Dr. Pyser” 3:12
- 12 One Angry Dwarf and 200 Solemn Faces 3:48
- 13 Underground 4:57
- 14 She Don’t Use Jelly 3:55
- 15 Song for the Dumped 5:13
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