Painting cover

Painting

Ocean Colour Scene · 2013

38 min · 14 tracks · Britpop

An inviting blend of melodic Britpop and reflective rock, echoing the nostalgia of simpler days.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective flow
  • nostalgic vibes for sunny days
  • easy-going background for conversations
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of intense dynamics
  • prefer epic, sprawling compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2013, 'Painting' is Ocean Colour Scene's eighth studio album, coming after their 2007 release 'On the Leyline'. By this time, the band had solidified their sound but faced a more niche audience compared to their 90s heyday. This album showcases a return to their melodic roots while exploring themes of change and reflection.
Stylistic neighbors
The Verve· Oasis· Stereophonics

Tracklist

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

  • 1 We Don’t Look in the Mirror 3:09
  • 2 Painting 2:27
  • 3 Goodbye Old Town 2:24
  • 4 Doodle Book 2:58
  • 5 If God Made Everyone 3:28
  • 6 Weekend 3:16
  • 7 Professor Perplexity 3:05
  • 8 George’s Tower 1:21
  • 9 I Don’t Want to Leave England 2:51
  • 10 The Winning Side 2:34
  • 11 Mistaken Identity 2:25
  • 12 The Union 3:04
  • 13 The New Torch Song 3:19
  • 14 Here Comes the Dawning Day 1:55

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