What makes Days of the New by Days of the New notable?

The album received significant critical acclaim, reaching number 7 on the Billboard 200 chart and selling over a million copies in the U.S. Its success helped solidify post-grunge as a prominent genre in late '90s rock, influencing later bands and artists within the scene. Days of the New marked the band's self-titled debut album, released in 1999, following their formation in 1996. At this point, they were emerging into the alternative rock scene after gaining attention for their unique sound and compelling live performances.

How many songs are on Days of the New?

Days of the New has 14 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.

Days of the New

Days of the New · 1999

62 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock

A haunting blend of acoustic and electric elements, weaving introspective lyrics with a raw emotionality that defines post-grunge soundscapes.

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Enemy — This track encapsulates the band's introspective lyrical style while blending dynamic shifts from quiet verses to powerful choruses, highlighting their unique sound.
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The Real — With its catchy melody and reflective themes, this song stands out as a defining moment on the album, showcasing the band’s ability to blend vulnerability with strength.
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Weapon & the Wound — This track combines poignant lyrics with intricate guitar work, representing the emotional depth and musical prowess that characterize Days of the New's sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

53 /100

Foothills

Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album blends acoustic and electric sounds with introspective lyrics, marking it as a notable entry in post-grunge.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features a consistent use of acoustic guitar, while the second half introduces more electric elements and layered instrumentation.
Several tracks employ a dynamic shift between quiet verses and explosive choruses, creating a contrast that enhances emotional delivery.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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1 Flight Response 5:55
2 The Real 4:18
3 Enemy 5:11
4 Weapon & the Wound 5:44
5 Skeleton Key 3:02
6 Take Me Back Then 4:16
7 Bring Yourself 5:55
8 I Think 5:51
9 Longfellow 1:56
10 [untitled] 1:42
11 Phobics of Tragedy 3:26
12 Not the Same 4:24
13 Provider 5:53
14 Last One 4:37

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