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Karma to Burn

The Waterboys · 2005

75 min · 13 tracks · folk rock · Celtic music

A tapestry of Celtic melodies woven with rock textures and poetic storytelling that transports listeners to ethereal landscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • ethereal landscapes for daydreaming
  • poetic storytelling with depth
  • immersive journey through sound
  • reflective moments of tranquility

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, 'Karma to Burn' marks The Waterboys' return after a six-year hiatus following their album 'Universal Hall.' At this point in their career, the band had evolved from their earlier sound into a more reflective and mature style, blending folk rock with Celtic influences. The album reflects a period of introspection for frontman Mike Scott.
Stylistic neighbors
The Pogues· Fairport Convention· Clannad

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Long Way to the Light 6:40
  • 2 Peace of Iona 7:11
  • 3 Glastonbury Song 4:36
  • 4 Medicine Bow 3:09
  • 5 The Pan Within 13:14
  • 6 Open 4:13
  • 7 The Return of Jimi Hendrix 5:16
  • 8 My Dark Side 4:11
  • 9 A Song for the Life 4:27
  • 10 Bring 'Em All In 4:02
  • 11 The Whole of the Moon 5:45
  • 12 Fisherman's Blues 5:55
  • 13 Come Live With Me 7:10

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