What makes Open Wide by Inhaler notable?

The album debuted at number three on the Irish Albums Chart and received positive reviews from critics for its mature songwriting and production quality. Its release marked a significant moment for Inhaler as they continued to carve out their identity in a crowded indie landscape, showcasing growth in both musical style and lyrical depth. Open Wide is Inhaler's third studio album, released in 2025 following their critically acclaimed sophomore effort, It Won't Always Be Like This. At this point in their career, the band has solidified their presence in the indie rock scene, expanding their sound while maintaining a loyal fanbase eager for new material.

Who is Open Wide for?

Open Wide works well if you're into infectious melodies for sing-alongs, introspective moments of reflection and short tracks with vibrant energy.

How many songs are on Open Wide?

Open Wide has 13 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Open Wide

Inhaler · 2025

48 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock

A vibrant blend of alternative rock and pop, infused with introspective lyrics and infectious melodies that invite listeners to reflect.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Eddie in the Darkness — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its haunting melodies and reflective lyrics about personal struggles, establishing a deep emotional connection from the outset.
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Open Wide — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of vulnerability and hope, featuring anthemic choruses that invite sing-alongs, showcasing Inhaler's knack for creating memorable hooks.
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Your House — With its intricate guitar work and poignant storytelling, this track explores themes of nostalgia and longing, demonstrating the band's ability to blend personal narratives with broader emotional experiences.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

infectious melodies for sing-alongs
introspective moments of reflection
short tracks with vibrant energy
catchy hooks that invite replaying

Maybe skip if you

prefer lengthy, immersive albums
seek heavy, dark themes

Where this album fits

Career context: Open Wide is Inhaler's third studio album, released in 2025 following their critically acclaimed sophomore effort, It Won't Always Be Like This. At this point in their career, the band has solidified their presence in the indie rock scene, expanding their sound while maintaining a loyal fanbase eager for new material.
Stylistic neighbors: The 1975· Catfish and the Bottlemen· Nothing but Thieves

Tracklist

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

1 Eddie in the Darkness 3:35
2 Billy (Yeah Yeah Yeah) 4:05
3 Your House 3:47
4 A Question of You 3:42
5 Even Though 3:18
6 Again 3:36
7 Open Wide 4:48
8 All I Got Is You 3:44
9 Still Young 3:21
10 The Charms 3:45
11 X-Ray 3:23
12 Concrete 3:49
13 Little Things 3:14

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