Late Goodbye cover

Released 22 years ago this June

Late Goodbye

Poets of the Fall · 2004

17 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock · post-grunge

Melodic alternative rock intertwines with poignant lyrics, creating an emotional landscape that resonates deeply with listeners.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • melodic reflections on fleeting moments
  • short bursts of emotional resonance
  • intimate listening for quiet times
  • steady progression through poignant themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, sprawling albums
  • seek high-energy party tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 30, 2004, 'Late Goodbye' marked Poets of the Fall's debut single and set the stage for their rise in the Finnish music scene. At this time, they were transitioning from a relatively unknown band to becoming one of Finland's prominent musical acts, largely due to the song's association with the video game 'Max Payne 2'.
Stylistic neighbors
HIM· The Rasmus· Anathema

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Late Goodbye (radio edit) 3:18
  • 2 Late Goodbye 3:47
  • 3 Late Goodbye (unplugged) 3:33
  • 4 Late Goodbye (instrumental) 3:19
  • 5 Everything Fades 3:09

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