Mixed Reality
Gin Blossoms · 2018
53 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock
Reflective melodies intertwine with jangly guitars and introspective lyrics, evoking nostalgia and a sense of place.
Why this album works
The album received positive reviews from critics, highlighting its blend of classic Gin Blossoms' sound with contemporary themes. It charted on the Billboard Alternative Albums chart, signaling a successful comeback for the band after years of hiatus.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective melodies nostalgic soundscapes for introspection for evening unwind
- Context
- Mixed Reality is the Gin Blossoms' first studio album in over 20 years, following their last release, Major Lodge Victory, in 2006. This period marked a significant return for the band as they sought to reconnect with both their legacy and a new generation of listeners.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Linkin Park· Green Day· Moby· Beck· R.E.M.· Sonic Youth· Nine Inch Nails· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Break Standout 4:00
- 2 Face The Dark 4:09
- 3 New Mexico Trouble 4:23
- 4 Angels Fly 3:51
- 5 Here Again 4:01
- 6 Still Some Room In Heaven Standout 2:58
- 7 Miranda Chicago 3:52
- 8 Girl On The Side 4:02
- 9 Fortunate Street 3:45
- 10 Wonder 3:56
- 11 Shadow 3:41
- 12 Forever Is This Night 3:12
- 13 The JFK Shit Show Standout 0:30
- 14 The Devil’s Daughter 2:23
- 15 Mega Pawn King 4:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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