Let Your Dim Light Shine
Soul Asylum · 1995
49 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
A blend of earnest lyrics and melodic alternative rock, echoing the band's struggle and resilience.
Why this album works
The album debuted at number 11 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing Soul Asylum's continued relevance in the alternative rock scene. It features the hit single 'Misery,' which received significant radio play and helped reinforce the band's presence following their earlier commercial highs.
- Career context
- Released on June 6, 1995, 'Let Your Dim Light Shine' was Soul Asylum's fifth studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'Grave Dancers Union' in 1992. At this point, the band was navigating the pressures of fame while attempting to maintain their artistic integrity amidst lineup changes and industry expectations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Beck· Linkin Park· Green Day· Nine Inch Nails· R.E.M.· Sonic Youth· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Misery Standout 4:24
- 2 Shut Down 2:51
- 3 To My Own Devices 2:52
- 4 Hopes Up 3:51
- 5 Promises Broken Standout 3:14
- 6 Bittersweetheart Standout 3:34
- 7 String of Pearls 4:55
- 8 Crawl 4:00
- 9 Caged Rat 3:03
- 10 Eyes of a Child 3:35
- 11 Just Like Anyone 2:47
- 12 Tell Me When 3:41
- 13 Nothing to Write Home About 3:14
- 14 I Did My Best 3:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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