Bury the Hatchet
The Cranberries · 1999
68 min · 19 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · indie pop
Melodic rock harmonies entwine with poignant lyrics, evoking nostalgia and introspection throughout the album's diverse arrangements.
Why this album works
'Bury the Hatchet' debuted at number 5 on the Billboard 200 and received generally positive reviews from critics. Its lead single 'Promises' became one of their most successful tracks, showcasing the band's ability to blend pop sensibilities with introspective songwriting, further solidifying their influence on the alternative rock scene.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions melodic introspection and nostalgia dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released on April 27, 1999, 'Bury the Hatchet' marked The Cranberries' fifth studio album, coming after a three-year hiatus following their 1996 album 'To the Faithful Departed'. At this time, the band was navigating changes in their sound while still achieving commercial success, cementing their place in the alternative rock landscape of the late '90s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Corrs· Neil Young· U2· Gemma Hayes· Björk· Bryan Adams· Frank Zappa· David Bowie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Animal Instinct Standout 3:31
- 2 Loud and Clear 2:45
- 3 Promises Standout 5:27
- 4 You and Me Standout 3:35
- 5 Just My Imagination 3:41
- 6 Shattered 3:42
- 7 Desperate Andy 3:44
- 8 Saving Grace 3:08
- 9 Copycat 2:53
- 10 What’s on My Mind 3:12
- 11 Delilah 3:32
- 12 Fee Fi Fo 4:47
- 13 Dying in the Sun 3:32
- 14 Sorry Son 3:28
- 15 Baby Blues 2:38
- 16 Sweetest Thing 3:34
- 17 Woman Without Pride 2:26
- 18 Such a Shame 4:23
- 19 Paparazzi on Mopeds 4:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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