Hurry Up and Wait
Soul Asylum · 2020
46 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
A blend of reflective lyrics and melodic hooks showcases Soul Asylum's enduring alternative rock spirit.
Why this album works
The album received positive reviews for its introspective lyrics and catchy melodies, marking a solid return for the band. It signifies a resurgence of interest in alternative rock as listeners gravitate towards nostalgia-infused sounds amidst contemporary challenges.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels reflective, introspective listening moods melodic hooks for engagement
- Context
- Released on April 17, 2020, 'Hurry Up and Wait' is Soul Asylum's first studio album in over five years, following the band's 2016 release 'Change of Fortune'. This album arrives during a time when the band sought to reconnect with their core sound while navigating changes in the music landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Beck· Linkin Park· Green Day· Nine Inch Nails· R.E.M.· Sonic Youth· Tori Amos
- If this clicks, go next to
- Delayed Reaction — Continues the reflective lyrical style with melodic hooks, enhancing the journey.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "The Beginning".
- 1 The Beginning Start here 3:55
- 2 If I Told You Standout 3:52
- 3 Got It Pretty Good 3:17
- 4 Make Her Laugh Standout 4:03
- 5 Busy Signals Standout 2:55
- 6 Social Butterfly 3:52
- 7 Dead Letter 3:05
- 8 Landmines 3:14
- 9 Here We Go 3:06
- 10 Breezer Burn 3:27
- 11 Silent Treatment 4:03
- 12 Hopped Up Feelin' 3:24
- 13 <Silent> 0:04
- 14 Silly Things 3:51
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