What makes London Still by The Waifs notable?

The album received critical acclaim and helped The Waifs earn a broader audience outside Australia. It peaked at number 5 on the ARIA Charts and won the ARIA Award for Best Adult Contemporary Album in 2004, highlighting its cultural significance within the folk rock genre. Released in 2003, 'London Still' is The Waifs' third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Sink or Swim'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place in the Australian music scene, gaining recognition for their storytelling and harmonious sound.

Who is London Still for?

London Still works well if you're into short bursts of heartfelt storytelling, live performance energy captured and warm harmonies for cozy evenings.

How many songs are on London Still?

London Still has 5 tracks, running approximately 19 minutes.

London Still

The Waifs · 2003

19 min · 5 tracks · folk rock

A warm blend of folk rock melodies and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of wandering and belonging.

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Top tracks — play these first

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London Still — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of nostalgia and longing, featuring rich harmonies and vivid storytelling that resonate throughout.
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Crazy Train — This track showcases the band's ability to blend upbeat energy with poignant lyrics, offering a contrast to the more reflective moments on the album.
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Jealousy — With its haunting melody and emotional depth, this song illustrates the complexities of relationships, demonstrating The Waifs' lyrical prowess.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album features strong songwriting and engaging narratives but lacks some cohesion due to the live track's placement.

What we noticed

The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track shifts to a live acoustic performance, altering the album's dynamic.
The vocal harmonies are layered throughout, with alternating lead vocals that create a conversational feel between the singers.
The lyrics often reflect themes of longing and introspection, with each song featuring distinct narratives that contribute to the overall storytelling.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short bursts of heartfelt storytelling
live performance energy captured
warm harmonies for cozy evenings
intimate sing-along moments
reflective tunes for quiet drives

Maybe skip if you

seekers of long, sprawling epics
instant gratification listeners

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2003, 'London Still' is The Waifs' third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Sink or Swim'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place in the Australian music scene, gaining recognition for their storytelling and harmonious sound.
Stylistic neighbors: The Civil Wars· Iron & Wine· The Lumineers