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Released 20 years ago

Close Calls with Brick Walls

Andrew W.K. · 2006

57 min · 23 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · power pop

A chaotic blend of hard rock and pop energy, bursting with anthemic choruses and raw exuberance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • high-energy party atmosphere
  • short bursts of exuberance
  • wave-like dynamics with peaks
  • cathartic release of energy
  • sing-along anthems for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slower, patient music
  • seek cohesive long-form pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2006, 'Close Calls with Brick Walls' followed Andrew W.K.'s breakthrough album 'I Get Wet' and marked a shift towards a more experimental sound. At this stage, W.K. was navigating the aftermath of his initial fame while exploring new creative directions after facing personal challenges, including a temporary withdrawal from the public eye.
Stylistic neighbors
Steel Panther· Hinder· Buckcherry

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 I Came for You 2:16
  • 2 Close Calls With Bal Harbour 1:22
  • 3 Not Going to Bed 2:57
  • 4 You Will Remember Tonight 4:06
  • 5 Pushing Drugs 2:41
  • 6 Hand on the Place 3:20
  • 7 One Brother 2:25
  • 8 Las Vegas, Nevada 3:00
  • 9 Dr. Dumont 1:06
  • 10 I Want to See You Go Wild 3:00
  • 11 When I'm High 3:16
  • 12 Golden Eyed Dog 0:28
  • 13 Into the Clear 1:33

Disc 2

  • 1 Mark My Grace 3:11
  • 2 Don't Call Me Andy 2:45
  • 3 The Background 2:55
  • 4 Slam John Against a Brick Wall 3:53
  • 5 The Moving Room 3:37
  • 6 Big Party 2:45
  • 7 We're Not Gunna Get Old
  • 8 Kicks and Bricks 2:58
  • 9 I've Got Know Fear 3:26
  • 10 We Will Boogie

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