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Keep Your Wig On

Fastball · 2004

39 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A blend of catchy melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in a crisp alternative rock sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • catchy melodies for sing-alongs
  • introspective moments of reflection
  • for road trips
  • engaging background for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of fast-paced thrills
  • prefer standalone single tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2004, 'Keep Your Wig On' is Fastball's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'All the Pain Money Can Buy'. At this point, the band was navigating a transitional phase, experimenting with their sound while trying to retain commercial appeal after their earlier success with hits like 'The Way'.
Stylistic neighbors
The Rembrandts· Fountains of Wayne· Semisonic

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Shortwave 1:13
  • 2 Lou-ee, Lou-ee 2:52
  • 3 Drifting Away 3:46
  • 4 Airstream 3:29
  • 5 I Get High 3:35
  • 6 Perfect World 3:35
  • 7 ’Til I Get It Right 4:55
  • 8 Our Misunderstanding 3:20
  • 9 Someday 3:24
  • 10 Mercenary Girl 2:41
  • 11 Falling Upstairs 3:36
  • 12 Red Light 3:17

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