What makes Exile on Coldharbour Lane by Alabama 3 notable?

'Exile on Coldharbour Lane' gained significant attention when its single 'Woke Up This Morning' was featured in HBO's The Sopranos, becoming synonymous with the show's theme. The album's eclectic mix of genres helped solidify Alabama 3's cult status and influence within the electronica and alternative music scenes, garnering critical acclaim in various publications. When 'Exile on Coldharbour Lane' was released in November 1997, Alabama 3 was still evolving from their 1997 debut 'Exile on Coldharbour Lane'. This album marked their introduction to a wider audience, thanks in part to the inclusion of the track 'Woke Up This Morning' in the hit series The Sopranos. It set the stage for their unique blend of musical styles to gain wider recognition.

Who is Exile on Coldharbour Lane for?

Exile on Coldharbour Lane works well if you're into dynamic exploration of urban themes, wave-like pacing with varied intensity and gritty soundscapes for late nights.

How many songs are on Exile on Coldharbour Lane?

Exile on Coldharbour Lane has 19 tracks, running approximately 113 minutes.

Exile on Coldharbour Lane

Alabama 3 · 1997

113 min · 19 tracks · electronica

A gritty fusion of country, electronic, and acid house that captures urban desolation and resilience.

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Why this album works

'Exile on Coldharbour Lane' gained significant attention when its single 'Woke Up This Morning' was featured in HBO's The Sopranos, becoming synonymous with the show's theme. The album's eclectic mix of genres helped solidify Alabama 3's cult status and influence within the electronica and alternative music scenes, garnering critical acclaim in various publications.

Career context: When 'Exile on Coldharbour Lane' was released in November 1997, Alabama 3 was still evolving from their 1997 debut 'Exile on Coldharbour Lane'. This album marked their introduction to a wider audience, thanks in part to the inclusion of the track 'Woke Up This Morning' in the hit series The Sopranos. It set the stage for their unique blend of musical styles to gain wider recognition.
Stylistic neighbors: Towa Tei· Moby· Jazzanova

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

1 Converted 6:15
2 Speed of the Sound of Loneliness Standout 5:59
3 Woke Up This Morning Standout 5:16
4 U Don’t Dans 2 Tekno Anymore 3:37
5 Bourgeoisie Blues 4:47
6 Ain’t Goin’ to Goa Standout 3:55
7 Mao Tse Tung Said 3:23
8 Hypo Full of Love (The 12 Step Plan) 6:27
9 The Old Purple Tin (9% of Pure Heaven) 4:05
10 The Night We Nearly Got Busted 4:37
11 Sister Rosetta 6:43
12 Peace in the Valley 5:47

Disc 2

1 Woke Up This Morning (Urban Takeover mix) 6:20
2 Woke Up This Morning (Y’all Gotta Come mix) 6:36
3 Speed of the Sound of Loneliness (Self Preservation Society Cained club mix) 9:30
4 Woke Up This Morning (Drillaz in the Church mix) 6:35
5 Woke Up This Morning (Dam Metal Jam mix) 8:28
6 Ain’t Goin’ to Goa (US mix) 7:40
7 Ain’t Goin’ to Goa (long version) 7:06

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