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Days Like This

Van Morrison · 1995

58 min · 12 tracks · jazz fusion · Celtic music · blue-eyed soul

A soulful blend of reflective lyrics and rich instrumentation that captures the essence of everyday moments.

Why this album works

Best for
reflective moments of everyday life wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts soulful instrumentation for introspection
Context
By 1995, Van Morrison was an established artist known for his blend of rock, jazz, and Celtic influences. 'Days Like This' was his 25th studio album, released after a fruitful period in the early 90s marked by critical acclaim for albums like 'No Guru, No Method, No Teacher'. This release continued to showcase his evolution as a songwriter while maintaining his signature sound.
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jazz fusion, Celtic music, blue-eyed soul

Days Like This is an album by Van Morrison, released in 1995. A soulful blend of reflective lyrics and rich instrumentation that captures the essence of everyday moments. 'Days Like This' received positive reviews and reached notable positions on various charts, including peaking at number 18 on the UK Albums Chart. The title track became particularly significant, often associated with themes of hope and resilience, resonating widely with audiences and contributing to Morrison's enduring legacy. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Days Like This sound like?

A soulful blend of reflective lyrics and rich instrumentation that captures the essence of everyday moments. Rooted in jazz fusion and Celtic music.

What makes Days Like This by Van Morrison notable?

'Days Like This' received positive reviews and reached notable positions on various charts, including peaking at number 18 on the UK Albums Chart. The title track became particularly significant, often associated with themes of hope and resilience, resonating widely with audiences and contributing to Morrison's enduring legacy. By 1995, Van Morrison was an established artist known for his blend of rock, jazz, and Celtic influences. 'Days Like This' was his 25th studio album, released after a fruitful period in the early 90s marked by critical acclaim for albums like 'No Guru, No Method, No Teacher'. This release continued to showcase his evolution as a songwriter while maintaining his signature sound.

Who is Days Like This for?

Days Like This works well if you're into reflective moments of everyday life, wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts and soulful instrumentation for introspection.

How many songs are on Days Like This?

Days Like This has 12 tracks, running approximately 58 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·58:09

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

  • 1 Perfect Fit Standout 4:36
  • 2 Russian Roulette 4:00
  • 3 Raincheck 5:54
  • 4 You Don’t Know Me Standout 4:35
  • 5 No Religion 5:17
  • 6 Underlying Depression 4:38
  • 7 Songwriter 2:51
  • 8 Days Like This Standout 3:17
  • 9 I’ll Never Be Free 3:41
  • 10 Melancholia 3:58
  • 11 Ancient Highway 8:55
  • 12 In the Afternoon 6:23

Release Date

January 1, 1995

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

58 min 9 sec