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Out-of-State Plates

Fountains of Wayne · 2005

82 min · 30 tracks · alternative rock

A clever blend of catchy melodies and witty lyrics that capture everyday life and absurdity.

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, 'Out-of-State Plates' is a compilation album that follows Fountains of Wayne's acclaimed album 'Welcome Interstate Managers' from 2003. This collection showcases the band's B-sides, rarities, and live tracks, marking a transitional moment as they solidified their place in alternative rock while exploring various themes and sounds.
Stylistic neighbors
Splean· Bi-2· Blur

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Number 45 Sunblock 0:21
  • 2 Maureen 3:13
  • 3 California Sex Lawyer 2:59
  • 4 Janice’s Party 2:45
  • 5 Karpet King 4:05
  • 6 Baby I’ve Changed 2:06
  • 7 I Know You Well 3:25
  • 8 You’re Just Never Satisfied 3:07
  • 9 I’ll Do the Driving 3:23
  • 10 Nightlight 3:02
  • 11 I Want You Around 2:39
  • 12 Trains and Boats and Planes 3:00
  • 13 Places 1:39
  • 14 Can’t Get It Out of My Head (live) 3:53

Disc 2

  • 1 City Folk Morning 0:13
  • 2 The Girl I Can’t Forget 3:24
  • 3 …Baby One More Time 3:20
  • 4 Elevator Up 4:10
  • 5 Comedienne 3:39
  • 6 Kid Gloves 3:30
  • 7 Today’s Teardrops 2:07
  • 8 She’s Got a Problem (live) 3:09
  • 9 These Days 2:34
  • 10 I Want an Alien for Christmas 2:19
  • 11 The Man in the Santa Suit 2:40
  • 12 Chanukah Under the Stars 0:15
  • 13 Killermont Street 3:13
  • 14 Half a Woman 2:49
  • 15 Small Favors 2:59
  • 16 Imperia 1:59

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