Hoobastank
Hoobastank · 2001
39 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
Anthemic melodies blend with raw emotionality, capturing the angst of early 2000s alternative rock.
Why this album works
The album was well-received, peaking at number 25 on the Billboard 200 and earning significant airplay for tracks like 'Running Away' and 'Crawling in the Dark'. Its commercial success contributed to Hoobastank becoming a defining band of the early 2000s alternative rock movement, influencing many bands that followed.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo emotional resonance anthems for personal reflection engaging sing-along choruses
- Context
- Hoobastank's self-titled debut album arrived on November 20, 2001, following their formation in 1994. This release marked their transition from local California band to mainstream contenders, propelled by the success of singles like 'Crawling in the Dark'. The album helped establish their presence in the burgeoning post-grunge scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beck· Linkin Park· Moby· Green Day· Sonic Youth· Tori Amos· Lana Del Rey· Nine Inch Nails
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Crawling in the Dark Standout 2:57
- 2 Remember Me 3:36
- 3 Running Away Standout 3:02
- 4 Pieces Standout 3:17
- 5 Let You Know 3:47
- 6 Better 2:55
- 7 Ready for You 3:08
- 8 Up and Gone 3:30
- 9 Too Little Too Late 3:21
- 10 Hello Again 3:11
- 11 To Be With You 4:04
- 12 Give It Back 2:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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