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Foiled for the Last Time

Blue October · 2007

147 min · 30 tracks · alternative rock · art rock

A haunting yet uplifting blend of alternative rock that captures the complexities of love and personal struggle.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • reflective personal introspection
  • contemplative late-night moods
  • layered, dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2007, Blue October was experiencing a pivotal moment in their career with 'Foiled for the Last Time' as their fourth studio album. Following the success of their breakthrough album 'Foiled' in 2006, this release capitalized on their growing popularity and showcased a more mature sound. The band was solidifying their presence in the alternative rock scene while navigating personal challenges faced by frontman Justin Furstenfeld.
Stylistic neighbors
Anberlin· The Fray· Lifehouse

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 You Make Me Smile 4:21
  • 2 She's My Ride Home 4:42
  • 3 Into the Ocean 4:00
  • 4 What If We Could 4:03
  • 5 Hate Me 6:20
  • 6 Let It Go 4:03
  • 7 Congratulations 4:01
  • 8 Overweight 4:24
  • 9 X Amount of Words 4:15
  • 10 Drilled a Wire Through My Cheek 4:32
  • 11 Sound of Pulling Heaven Down 4:43
  • 12 Everlasting Friend 4:06
  • 13 18th Floor Balcony 4:33
  • 14 Calling You 3:49
  • 15 X Amount of Words (Paul Oakenfold remix) 4:09
  • 16 X Amount of Words (Carmen Rizzo remix) 12:27

Disc 2

  • 1 For My Mother 1:38
  • 2 You Make Me Smile 5:48
  • 3 Sound of Pulling Heaven Down 4:00
  • 4 What If We Could 4:21
  • 5 She's My Ride Home 5:27
  • 6 Let It Go 4:39
  • 7 Angel 4:24
  • 8 Drilled a Wire Through My Cheek 4:54
  • 9 Everlasting Friend 4:58
  • 10 Into the Ocean 4:16
  • 11 18th Floor Balcony 5:01
  • 12 Overweight 5:26
  • 13 X Amount of Words 7:28
  • 14 Hate Me 6:32

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