Mercury – Act 2
Imagine Dragons · 2022
60 min · 19 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · pop rock
A vibrant fusion of electro-pop and rock, layered with introspective lyrics and anthemic choruses.
Why this album works
'Mercury – Act 2' debuted at number one on the Billboard Alternative Albums chart and showcased the band's continued mainstream appeal. The single 'Bones' received significant radio play and streaming success, contributing to conversations about mental health in music. This album also signifies a shift towards a more collaborative approach, particularly through its features and production choices.
- Best for
- steady flow with varied energy anthems for group sing-alongs introspective moments of reflection
- Context
- Released on July 1, 2022, 'Mercury – Act 2' is the follow-up to Imagine Dragons' 2021 album 'Mercury – Act 1'. At this point in their career, the band was exploring a more eclectic sound while continuing to build on their established identity in the alternative rock scene. This album represents a maturation of their musical style as they delve into themes of self-reflection and resilience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Green Day· Nine Inch Nails· Moby· Lana Del Rey· Foo Fighters· Alanis Morissette· Ariana Grande· Weezer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bones Standout 2:46
- 2 Symphony 2:55
- 3 Sharks 3:10
- 4 I Don't Like Myself Standout 3:08
- 5 Blur 2:55
- 6 Higher Ground 2:41
- 7 Crushed 3:08
- 8 Take It Easy 2:38
- 9 Waves 3:45
- 10 I'm Happy 3:05
- 11 Ferris Wheel 3:23
- 12 Peace of Mind 2:53
- 13 Sirens 2:35
- 14 Tied 4:01
- 15 Younger 3:11
- 16 I Wish 3:27
- 17 Continual 3:49
- 18 They Don't Know You Like I Do 4:17
- 19 Enemy (With JID) Standout 2:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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