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One Way of Life

Levellers · 1998

77 min · 21 tracks · folk rock · Celtic rock · British folk rock

A vibrant mix of folk-rock melodies and socially conscious lyrics that resonate with communal spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with interludes
  • communal sing-along moments
  • uplifting themes of resilience
  • dynamic journey through emotions
  • acoustic warmth for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike acoustic arrangements
  • prefer straightforward single tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'One Way of Life' was released in January 1998, Levellers were transitioning from their commercial peak in the early '90s. Following their breakthrough album 'Levelling the Land' in 1991, this album showcases a matured sound while revisiting earlier themes through new mixes and acoustic versions. It reflects both their established identity and a willingness to innovate.
Stylistic neighbors
The Pogues· Mumford & Sons· Flogging Molly

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 One Way (new version) 3:27
  • 2 What a Beautiful Day 4:04
  • 3 Fifteen Years 3:10
  • 4 Shadow on the Sun 4:05
  • 5 Hope St. (new mix) 4:29
  • 6 Belaruse (new mix) 3:02
  • 7 Celebrate 4:08
  • 8 Too Real (12” single version) 5:33
  • 9 Bozos 3:19
  • 10 This Garden (single version) 4:03
  • 11 Carry Me (new version) 4:47
  • 12 Fantasy 3:19
  • 13 Julie (single version) 3:53
  • 14 Dog Train (single version) 3:38
  • 15 Far From Home (single version) 3:31
  • 16 Just the One (single version) 2:49

Disc 2

  • 1 P.C. Keen (acoustic version) 3:22
  • 2 Sell Out (acoustic version) 3:14
  • 3 Hope St. (acoustic version) 3:16
  • 4 Fifteen Years (acoustic version) 2:34
  • 5 Men-an-Tol (acoustic version) 3:42

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