Grinning Streak
Barenaked Ladies · 2013
57 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · pop rock
A buoyant collection of catchy melodies and reflective lyrics, blending pop rock with folk influences.
Why this album works
- Best for
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs reflective moments between upbeat tracks dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- Context
- Released in 2013, 'Grinning Streak' is Barenaked Ladies' first studio album since the departure of co-founder Steven Page in 2009. This album marked a new phase for the band as they continued to explore their sound while maintaining their signature witty songwriting style. It followed their 2010 release, 'All in Good Time,' which was also an adjustment period post-Page.
- If you like
- alternative rock, folk rock, pop rock
Grinning Streak is an album by Barenaked Ladies, released in 2013. A buoyant collection of catchy melodies and reflective lyrics, blending pop rock with folk influences. 'Grinning Streak' debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200, showcasing the band's enduring popularity. The album received positive reviews and featured the hit single 'Odds Are,' which became a staple of contemporary radio, further cementing the band's position in the pop rock landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Grinning Streak sound like?
A buoyant collection of catchy melodies and reflective lyrics, blending pop rock with folk influences. Rooted in alternative rock and folk rock.
What makes Grinning Streak by Barenaked Ladies notable?
'Grinning Streak' debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200, showcasing the band's enduring popularity. The album received positive reviews and featured the hit single 'Odds Are,' which became a staple of contemporary radio, further cementing the band's position in the pop rock landscape. Released in 2013, 'Grinning Streak' is Barenaked Ladies' first studio album since the departure of co-founder Steven Page in 2009. This album marked a new phase for the band as they continued to explore their sound while maintaining their signature witty songwriting style. It followed their 2010 release, 'All in Good Time,' which was also an adjustment period post-Page.
Who is Grinning Streak for?
Grinning Streak works well if you're into catchy melodies for sing-alongs, reflective moments between upbeat tracks and dynamic journey with emotional peaks.
How many songs are on Grinning Streak?
Grinning Streak has 15 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Limits 4:28
- 2 Boomerang Standout 2:34
- 3 Off His Head 4:10
- 4 Gonna Walk 2:40
- 5 Odds Are Standout 3:02
- 6 Keepin’ It Real Standout 3:31
- 7 Give It Back to You 2:46
- 8 Best Damn Friend 3:48
- 9 Did I Say That Out Loud? 2:28
- 10 Daydreamin’ 5:45
- 11 Smile 2:26
- 12 Crawl 6:47
- 13 Blacking Out 4:10
- 14 Fog of Writing 5:15
- 15 Who Knew? 3:12
Release Date
January 1, 2013
Artist Origin
Canada
Runtime
57 min 2 sec
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