What makes Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic by The Sundays notable?

'Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic' received critical acclaim upon release, peaking at number 4 on the UK Albums Chart. Its lead single, 'Here's Where the Story Ends,' became a commercial success and is often cited as an influential track within the jangle pop genre, shaping the sound of many bands that followed. Released on January 15, 1990, 'Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic' marked The Sundays' debut album. At the time, the band was emerging from the UK indie scene and quickly gained recognition for their distinctive sound. The album set the stage for their subsequent releases while establishing them as key figures in the alternative rock movement of the early '90s.

Who is Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic for?

Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective moments, dreamy melodies for introspection and for afternoon daydreaming.

How many songs are on Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic?

Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic has 10 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic

The Sundays · 1990

38 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock

Dreamy guitar melodies weave through introspective lyrics, creating a soundscape that defines early '90s alternative rock.

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Where this album fits

Career context: Released on January 15, 1990, 'Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic' marked The Sundays' debut album. At the time, the band was emerging from the UK indie scene and quickly gained recognition for their distinctive sound. The album set the stage for their subsequent releases while establishing them as key figures in the alternative rock movement of the early '90s.
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Tracklist

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1 Skin & Bones 4:18
2 Here's Where the Story Ends 3:55
3 Can't Be Sure 3:25
4 I Won 4:22
5 Hideous Towns 3:48
6 You're Not the Only One I Know 3:51
7 A Certain Someone 4:25
8 I Kicked a Boy 2:18
9 My Finest Hour 3:59
10 Joy 4:10

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