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Gathering Mercury

Colin Hay · 2011

55 min · 14 tracks · rock music

Intimate acoustic melodies intertwine with reflective lyrics evoking nostalgia and personal growth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective lyrics for personal growth
  • steady pacing for afternoon listening
  • intimate acoustic melodies throughout
  • nostalgic themes of connection
  • for quiet evenings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek instant gratification
  • prefer high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Gathering Mercury' was released in 2011, Colin Hay was well-established as a solo artist, following his breakout success with Men at Work. This album came nearly a decade after his previous studio release, 'Are You Lookin' at Me?' in 2009, showcasing his continued evolution as an artist who blends rock with introspective storytelling.
Stylistic neighbors
Glen Phillips· David Wilcox· James Taylor

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Send Somebody 4:37
  • 2 Family Man 4:24
  • 3 Invisible 4:03
  • 4 Dear Father 3:19
  • 5 Gathering Mercury 4:21
  • 6 Half a Million Angels 4:03
  • 7 Far From Home 3:53
  • 8 Where the Sky Is Blue 4:05
  • 9 A Simple Song 3:30
  • 10 Goodnight Romeo 2:49
  • 11 Send Somebody (Stripped mix) 4:35
  • 12 Invisible (Stripped mix) 3:51
  • 13 Half a Million Angels (Stripped mix) 4:03
  • 14 Where the Sky Is Blue (Stripped mix) 4:05

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