Doors and Windows
The Cranberries · 1995
20 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · indie pop
A fusion of ethereal melodies and gritty live performances capturing the Cranberries' emotional resonance.
Why this album works
'Doors and Windows' is significant for featuring the politically charged track 'Zombie', which later gained widespread acclaim and became an anthem for anti-war movements. The EP's release further cemented The Cranberries' presence in the music scene, showcasing their unique blend of Celtic influences and rock that resonated with a growing audience across Europe and beyond.
- Best for
- short bursts of emotional intensity cathartic peaks and valleys live energy with haunting melodies
- Context
- Released in early 1995, 'Doors and Windows' came during The Cranberries' rise to fame following their debut album 'Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We?' in 1993. This EP showcases live recordings and new material as the band began to solidify their place in alternative rock, capitalizing on their previous success while exploring deeper themes.
- 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 Cranberries Multimedia Presentation
- 2 Dreams (live, recorded at the London Astoria on January 14, 1994) Standout 4:07
- 3 So Cold in Ireland Standout 4:43
- 4 Away 2:39
- 5 I Don’t Need 3:31
- 6 Zombie Versions Standout 5:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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