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Hang Time

Soul Asylum · 1988

43 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock

A raw blend of gritty alternative rock infused with introspective lyrics and melodic hooks.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo flow throughout
  • introspective lyrics for reflection
  • melodic hooks for sing-alongs
  • late-night drive companion

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek high-energy party anthems

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1988, 'Hang Time' was Soul Asylum's second studio album, following their debut 'Say What You Will...' from 1984. At this point, the band was gaining traction in the alternative rock scene, establishing their sound that would later lead to mainstream success during the early '90s.
Stylistic neighbors
Gin Blossoms· Counting Crows· Bush

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Down on Up to Me 2:47
  • 2 Little Too Clean 3:16
  • 3 Sometime to Return 3:30
  • 4 Cartoon 3:53
  • 5 Beggers and Choosers 2:58
  • 6 Endless Farewell 4:25
  • 7 Standing in the Doorway 3:05
  • 8 Marionette 3:24
  • 9 Ode 2:19
  • 10 Jack of All Trades 2:53
  • 11 Twiddly Dee 3:01
  • 12 Heavy Rotation 4:15
  • 13 (Special Bone-Us Track) 3:34

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