Released 10 years ago
Going, Going...
The Wedding Present · 2016
151 min · 40 tracks · indie rock
A tapestry of shimmering guitars and introspective lyrics, blending melancholy with a sense of wanderlust.
Top tracks — play these first
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Kittery Start here — Opening the album, Kittery introduces the lush soundscape and reflective themes that permeate the record, setting a contemplative tone.
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Secretary — At just over two minutes, Secretary delivers a poignant snapshot of longing and urgency, showcasing the band's ability to convey deep emotions succinctly.
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Santa Monica — Closing the album with an expansive ten-minute journey, Santa Monica encapsulates the themes of distance and nostalgia while experimenting with musical dynamics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective moments of introspection
- dynamic shifts in pacing
- long-form contemplative journey
- captivating waves of sound
- for late-night listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek standalone high-energy songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows the band's evolution and maturity after a long hiatus, maintaining relevance.
- Themes
- Kittery reflections· Santa Monica nostalgia· wanderlust landscapes
- Career context
- Released in 2016, Going, Going... marked The Wedding Present's return after a seven-year hiatus, following their 2008 album El Rey. This record showcases the band's evolution into a more mature sound while retaining their signature indie rock roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The House of Love· Ride· Lush
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Bear
A shift in perspective occurs as the lyrics transition from introspection to directly addressing an unseen companion.
This change in address creates an emotional pivot that deepens the listener's connection to the song, emphasizing themes of companionship and longing.
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Kittery Start here 5:31
- 2 Greenland 3:00
- 3 Marblehead 3:49
- 4 Sprague 2:43
- 5 Two Bridges 3:57
- 6 Little Silver 4:39
- 7 Bear 4:18
- 8 Secretary 2:01
- 9 Birdsnest 3:35
- 10 Kill Devil Hills 2:25
- 11 Bells 3:33
- 12 Fifty-Six 4:40
- 13 Fordland 2:50
- 14 Emporia 4:29
- 15 Broken Bow 2:39
- 16 Lead 2:50
- 17 Ten Sleep 2:11
- 18 Wales 4:27
- 19 Rachel 3:42
- 20 Santa Monica 6:22
Disc 2
- 1 Kittery Start here 5:34
- 2 Greenland 3:02
- 3 Marblehead 3:49
- 4 Sprague 2:43
- 5 Two Bridges 3:59
- 6 Little Silver 4:39
- 7 Bear 4:18
- 8 Secretary 2:01
- 9 Birdsnest 3:35
- 10 Kill Devil Hills 2:25
- 11 Bells 3:34
- 12 Fifty-Six 4:40
- 13 Fordland 2:50
- 14 Emporia 4:29
- 15 Broken Bow 2:39
- 16 Lead 2:50
- 17 Ten Sleep 2:12
- 18 Wales 4:27
- 19 Rachel 3:44
- 20 Santa Monica 10:16
What to play next
Not From Where I’m Standing
2020
Continues the introspective theme with a fresh sonic approach.
Valentina
2012
Sets up a similar emotional landscape and melodic style.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Picaresque
The Decemberists
Shares a narrative-driven approach with lush instrumentation and themes of travel and introspection.
Carrie & Lowell
Sufjan Stevens
Explores personal memories and nostalgia through delicate melodies and reflective lyrics.
The Shepherd's Dog
Iron & Wine
Combines intricate guitar work with a sense of wandering and emotional depth in its storytelling.
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