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Released 30 years ago

Recurring Dream

Crowded House · 1996

70 min · 19 tracks · alternative rock

Melodic harmonies intertwine with introspective lyrics, crafting an atmospheric journey through love and longing.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady progression with emotional resolution
  • melodic harmonies for reflective moments
  • introspective listening during solitude
  • background warmth for casual gatherings
  • exploration of love and longing

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy party tracks
  • prefer instant gratification over depth

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'Recurring Dream' is a compilation album marking Crowded House's retrospective phase after their initial breakup in 1996. This collection followed their previous studio album, 'Together Alone,' showcasing their most beloved tracks while highlighting the band's evolution in sound over the years.
Stylistic neighbors
Split Enz· The Bamboos· R.E.M.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Weather With You 3:44
  • 2 World Where You Live 3:05
  • 3 Fall at Your Feet 3:18
  • 4 Locked Out 3:18
  • 5 Don’t Dream It’s Over 3:55
  • 6 Into Temptation 4:34
  • 7 Pineapple Head 3:28
  • 8 When You Come 4:44
  • 9 Private Universe 5:36
  • 10 Not the Girl You Think You Are 4:08
  • 11 Instinct 3:08
  • 12 I Feel Possessed 3:48
  • 13 Four Seasons in One Day 2:48
  • 14 It’s Only Natural 3:32
  • 15 Distant Sun 3:50
  • 16 Something So Strong 2:52
  • 17 Mean to Me 3:14
  • 18 Better Be Home Soon 3:10
  • 19 Everything Is Good for You 3:57

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