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Red Light Fever

Taylor Hawkins and the Coattail Riders · 2010

46 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A vibrant collection of catchy rock tunes blending classic influences with Taylor Hawkins' energetic songwriting and drumming prowess.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Hell to Pay — This track stands out with its driving rhythm and anthemic chorus, encapsulating the album's energetic essence while highlighting Hawkins' vocal range.
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    Not Bad Luck — Opening the album, this song sets a playful tone with its catchy hooks and showcases Hawkins' knack for blending humor and heartfelt themes.
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    I Don't Think I Trust You Anymore — This track delivers a poignant narrative combined with a dynamic arrangement, reflecting on trust and vulnerability in relationships.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful melodies for sing-alongs
  • steady pacing for road trips
  • infectious energy for gatherings
  • mid-tempo flow for casual listening
  • catchy choruses that invite participation

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2010, Red Light Fever is the second album from Taylor Hawkins and the Coattail Riders, following their 2006 self-titled debut. At this point, Hawkins was well-known as the drummer for Foo Fighters, allowing him to explore his creative voice outside that band's mainstream success.
Stylistic neighbors
Splean· Bi-2· Blur

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • I Don't Think I Trust You Anymore

    The bridge shifts dramatically, revealing a moment of introspection where doubts about a relationship come to the forefront.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Not Bad Luck 3:34
  • 2 Your Shoes 2:53
  • 3 Way Down 3:48
  • 4 It's Over 4:21
  • 5 Hell to Pay 4:58
  • 6 Sunshine 3:33
  • 7 Never Enough 5:23
  • 8 Hole in My Shoe 3:55
  • 9 James Gang 3:35
  • 10 Don't Have to Speak 3:44
  • 11 I Can See It Now 3:15
  • 12 I Don't Think I Trust You Anymore 3:33

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