What makes Going, Going... by The Wedding Present notable?

'Going, Going...' received critical acclaim upon release, with particular praise for its lyrical depth and instrumentation. The album peaked at number 21 on the UK Albums Chart, reaffirming the band's enduring relevance in the indie rock scene. Released in 2016, 'Going, Going...' is The Wedding Present's ninth studio album, marking their return after a six-year hiatus since 'El Rey' in 2012. This album showcases the band's evolution, incorporating a more reflective and mature sound while maintaining their signature indie rock roots.

Who is Going, Going... for?

Going, Going... works well if you're into reflective moments of introspection, dynamic shifts in pacing and long-form contemplative journey.

How many songs are on Going, Going...?

Going, Going... has 40 tracks, running approximately 151 minutes.

Going, Going...

The Wedding Present · 2016

151 min · 40 tracks · indie rock

A contemplative journey blending jangly guitars with introspective lyrics, reflecting on the passage of time and place.

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'Going, Going...' received critical acclaim upon release, with particular praise for its lyrical depth and instrumentation. The album peaked at number 21 on the UK Albums Chart, reaffirming the band's enduring relevance in the indie rock scene.

Best for: reflective moments of introspection dynamic shifts in pacing long-form contemplative journey
Context: Released in 2016, 'Going, Going...' is The Wedding Present's ninth studio album, marking their return after a six-year hiatus since 'El Rey' in 2012. This album showcases the band's evolution, incorporating a more reflective and mature sound while maintaining their signature indie rock roots.
Stylistic neighbors: Radiohead· Duran Duran· Muse· Robbie Williams· Manic Street Preachers· Depeche Mode· Bryan Adams· David Bowie

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

1 Kittery Standout 5:31
2 Greenland Standout 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 Standout 6:22

Disc 2

1 Kittery Standout 5:34
2 Greenland Standout 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 Standout 10:16

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