Different Days
The Charlatans · 2017
45 min · 13 tracks · psychedelic rock
A vibrant blend of psychedelic rock and pop-infused melodies, echoing the band's enduring spirit and evolution.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hey Sunrise — This opening track sets a hopeful tone for the album with its bright instrumentation and anthemic chorus, encapsulating the spirit of renewal present throughout.
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Solutions — With its infectious melody and uplifting lyrics, this track serves as a testament to resilience, making it a standout anthem for overcoming adversity.
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Not Forgotten — As one of the longer tracks on the album, it delves into themes of nostalgia and reflection, weaving lush soundscapes that highlight the band’s sonic depth.
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Different Days — The title track weaves together personal narratives with universal themes, illustrating the band's ability to connect deeply through their music while maintaining an inviting sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong moments but lacks overall cohesion and distinctiveness within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a bright, upbeat track that sets a lively tone, followed by a gradual shift to more introspective themes in the middle.
- Several tracks feature layered instrumentation, creating a rich soundscape that blends guitars, keyboards, and rhythmic elements.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a reflective conclusion to the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing with reflective moments
- optimistic melodies for contemplative listening
- interludes that enhance flow
- vibrant soundscapes for sunny days
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 26, 2017, Different Days is The Charlatans' 13th studio album, marking a continuation of their long-standing career since their formation in 1989. This album arrives after the band's previous release, Modern Nature (2015), showcasing a refined sound as they embrace collaborations with various guest artists.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Solutions
The verses shift from addressing challenges directly to celebrating triumphs in a dynamic flow.
This structural choice emphasizes contrast between struggle and hope, reinforcing the message of perseverance threaded throughout the song.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hey Sunrise 4:13
- 2 Solutions 4:06
- 3 Different Days 4:00
- 4 Future Tense 0:49
- 5 Plastic Machinery 3:43
- 6 The Forgotten One 0:40
- 7 Not Forgotten 5:35
- 8 There Will Be Chances 4:37
- 9 Over Again 4:00
- 10 The Same House 2:51
- 11 Let’s Go Together 4:16
- 12 The Setting Sun 1:37
- 13 Spinning Out 4:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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