Released 30 years ago
Friction, Baby
Better Than Ezra · 1996
47 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of catchy melodies and introspective lyrics set against a backdrop of 90s alternative rock energy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- catchy melodic hooks
- short, engaging tracks
- reflective lyrical themes
- upbeat yet introspective vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Friction, Baby was Better Than Ezra's second studio album, following their successful debut, Deluxe, in 1993. Released in 1996, the album marked a pivotal moment as the band transitioned from indie darlings to mainstream success, featuring a more polished sound while retaining their lyrical authenticity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Toad the Wet Sprocket· Gin Blossoms· Counting Crows
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 King of New Orleans 4:07
- 2 Rewind 3:06
- 3 Long Lost 3:40
- 4 Normal Town 3:39
- 5 Scared, Are You? 4:06
- 6 Return of the Postmoderns 2:54
- 7 Hung the Moon 3:46
- 8 Desperately Wanting 4:37
- 9 Still Life With Cooley 3:58
- 10 WWOZ 4:20
- 11 Happy Endings 2:43
- 12 Speeding Up to Slow Down 4:09
- 13 At Ch. De Gaulle, Etc. 2:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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