What makes Instinct by Crowded House notable?

Though not as commercially successful as earlier albums, 'Instinct' debuted at number 5 on the Australian charts and showcased several live recordings that highlighted the band's enduring popularity. The inclusion of tracks like 'Weather With You' and 'Chocolate Cake' emphasized their live performance strength, resonating with fans and critics alike, even leading to significant airplay on alternative rock stations. Released in 1996, 'Instinct' marked Crowded House's fourth studio album following their commercial peak with 'Woodface' in 1991. At this point, the band was navigating changing dynamics, as founding member Paul Hester had left the group shortly before recording began. The album came during a period where they were trying to reclaim their sonic identity after experimenting with their sound on previous projects.

Instinct works well if you're into steady flow with live energy, melodic introspection for reflection and great for afternoon listening.

How many songs are on Instinct?

Instinct has 8 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Instinct

Crowded House · 1996

37 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock

Melodic alternative rock infused with introspective lyrics and a blend of live energy from classic hits.

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Why this album works

Though not as commercially successful as earlier albums, 'Instinct' debuted at number 5 on the Australian charts and showcased several live recordings that highlighted the band's enduring popularity. The inclusion of tracks like 'Weather With You' and 'Chocolate Cake' emphasized their live performance strength, resonating with fans and critics alike, even leading to significant airplay on alternative rock stations.

Best for: steady flow with live energy melodic introspection for reflection great for afternoon listening
Context: Released in 1996, 'Instinct' marked Crowded House's fourth studio album following their commercial peak with 'Woodface' in 1991. At this point, the band was navigating changing dynamics, as founding member Paul Hester had left the group shortly before recording began. The album came during a period where they were trying to reclaim their sonic identity after experimenting with their sound on previous projects.
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