February Son cover

February Son

Oleander · 1999

45 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock

Melodic riffs and introspective lyrics create a captivating blend of alternative rock emotions.

Why this album works

The album received significant airplay on alternative rock radio and peaked at number 16 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, establishing Oleander as a noteworthy act in the late '90s rock scene. It also attracted attention for its production quality and lyrical depth, garnering positive reviews from several music critics.
Best for
steady, consistent energy levels introspective late-night listening melodic emotional reflections
Context
Released as Oleander's debut album in 1999, 'February Son' positioned the band at the forefront of the post-grunge movement. Following their signing with a major label, this album marked their entrance into a competitive landscape dominated by emotional rock bands.
Stylistic neighbors
Splean· Bi-2· Blur

Tracklist

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

  • 1 You’ll Find Out 3:12
  • 2 Stupid Standout 3:51
  • 3 Down When I’m Loaded 4:24
  • 4 Why I’m Here 3:58
  • 5 I Walk Alone 4:09
  • 6 Lost Cause 4:28
  • 7 Where Were You Then? 4:05
  • 8 Shrinking the Blob 4:25
  • 9 How Could I? 5:13
  • 10 Boys Don’t Cry Standout 3:14
  • 11 Never Again 3:58

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