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Red Letter Days

The Wallflowers · 2002

49 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · roots rock

A blend of reflective storytelling and melodic rock, capturing the essence of early 2000s Americana.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • reflective storytelling moments
  • mid-tempo flow for relaxation
  • engaging lyrical journeys
  • easy background listening

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 5, 2002, 'Red Letter Days' marked The Wallflowers' fourth studio effort, following their commercially successful album 'Breach' from 2000. At this juncture, the band was navigating a period of transition as they sought to redefine their sound while maintaining their signature style. The album came after a lineup change, with Jakob Dylan continuing to lead the band through this evolution.
Stylistic neighbors
Counting Crows· Gin Blossoms· Matchbox Twenty
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Tracklist

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

  • 1 When You're on Top 3:54
  • 2 How Good It Can Get 4:11
  • 3 Closer to You 3:17
  • 4 Everybody Out of the Water 3:42
  • 5 Three Ways 4:19
  • 6 Too Late to Quit 3:54
  • 7 If You Never Got Sick 3:44
  • 8 Health and Happiness 4:03
  • 9 See You When I Get There 3:09
  • 10 Feels Like Summer Again 3:48
  • 11 Everything I Need 3:37
  • 12 Here in Pleasantville 4:10
  • 13 The Empire in My Mind 3:31

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