Going for Gold
Shed Seven · 1999
62 min · 15 tracks · indie rock
Joyful indie rock melodies blend with introspective lyrics, creating an uplifting yet reflective listening experience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- joyful melodies with introspective lyrics
- uplifting energy for social gatherings
- consistent flow with dynamic peaks
- for afternoon road trips
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced instant gratification
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1999, 'Going for Gold' marked Shed Seven's fourth studio album, following their successful 'Let It Ride' in 1998. At this point, the band was navigating the shift from Britpop's peak, aiming to solidify their sound while gaining broader recognition in the UK music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ocean Colour Scene· The Verve· Embrace
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Going for Gold 4:29
- 2 Disco Down 3:52
- 3 Getting Better 4:15
- 4 Chasing Rainbows 4:26
- 5 Speakeasy 3:25
- 6 She Left Me on Friday 3:32
- 7 On Standby 3:54
- 8 Dolphin ’99 3:53
- 9 High Hopes 4:08
- 10 Bully Boy 3:15
- 11 Devil in Your Shoes 5:28
- 12 Where Have You Been Tonight? 3:46
- 13 Ocean Pie 4:51
- 14 Mark 3:43
- 15 The Heroes 5:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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