In Reverse cover

In Reverse

Matthew Sweet · 1999

67 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock

A reflective blend of melodic alternative rock with introspective lyrics and lush soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with emotional shifts
  • reflective moments for introspection
  • dynamic progression toward climax
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • headphone detail exploration

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant energetic gratification
  • preferring standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
In Reverse marked Matthew Sweet's return to form after a series of commercial misfires. Released in 1999, it followed the less successful album Blue Sky on Mars and showcased a renewed focus on songwriting and production quality. This album reflects his maturation as an artist while still embracing the catchy hooks that defined his earlier work.
Stylistic neighbors
Juliana Hatfield· The Posies· Teenage Fanclub

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Millennium Blues 2:53
  • 2 If Time Permits 3:03
  • 3 Beware My Love 3:51
  • 4 Faith in You 3:33
  • 5 Hide 4:01
  • 6 Future Shock 3:21
  • 7 Split Personality 4:19
  • 8 I Should Never Have Let You Know 2:48
  • 9 Trade Places 2:56
  • 10 What Matters 4:12
  • 11 Write Your Own Song 3:05
  • 12 Worse to Live 5:04
  • 13 Untitled 2:43
  • 14 Thunderstorm 9:37
  • 15 Thunderstorm (Demo) 2:31
  • 16 Even From My Eyes (Demo) 2:13
  • 17 Yes (Demo) 2:57
  • 18 Days In The Sun (Demo) 3:56

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