What makes Dreaming Wide Awake by Poets of the Fall notable?

The album features the title track, which became one of the band's most recognized songs and received significant airplay in Finland. Its success helped solidify Poets of the Fall's reputation in the alternative rock scene, garnering positive reviews and contributing to their growing international fanbase. Released on February 3, 2010, 'Dreaming Wide Awake' is Poets of the Fall's fifth studio album, following their successful album 'Revolution Roulette' from 2008. This period marked a creative expansion for the band as they embraced a more polished sound while retaining their emotional depth.

How many songs are on Dreaming Wide Awake?

Dreaming Wide Awake has 2 tracks, running approximately 8 minutes.

Dreaming Wide Awake

Poets of the Fall · 2010

8 min · 2 tracks · alternative rock

A lush blend of atmospheric melodies and introspective lyrics infused with alternative rock energy.

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Dreaming Wide Awake (album version) — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of self-reflection and perseverance, showcasing soaring vocals against a rich instrumental backdrop.
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Dreaming Wide Awake (radio edit) — The radio edit distills the emotional intensity of the original into a more accessible format, highlighting its catchy hooks and lyrical poignancy.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Helped solidify the band's reputation with significant airplay in Finland.
Career context: Released on February 3, 2010, 'Dreaming Wide Awake' is Poets of the Fall's fifth studio album, following their successful album 'Revolution Roulette' from 2008. This period marked a creative expansion for the band as they embraced a more polished sound while retaining their emotional depth.
Stylistic neighbors: HIM· The Rasmus· Anathema