Send Away the Tigers
Manic Street Preachers · 2007
38 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
Energetic alternative rock infused with anthemic choruses and sharp political commentary.
Why this album works
'Send Away the Tigers' achieved commercial success, reaching No. 3 on the UK Albums Chart and receiving positive reviews from critics for revitalizing the band's signature sound. The lead single 'Your Love Alone Is Not Enough' was particularly notable for its chart performance, peaking at No. 2 in the UK Singles Chart, further cementing their relevance in the music scene.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo anthemic energy political commentary for reflection sing-along choruses with friends
- Context
- Released on May 7, 2007, 'Send Away the Tigers' is the Manic Street Preachers' sixth studio album following a period of artistic resurgence after their 2004 album 'Lifeblood'. At this stage, the band was re-establishing themselves after years of fluctuating popularity, aiming to reconnect with their core themes of political and social critique.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ed Sheeran· Duran Duran· Muse· Robbie Williams· Placebo· Gorillaz· Depeche Mode· Ellie Goulding
- If this clicks, go next to
- Journal for Plague Lovers — Continues the energetic rock style with deep lyrical themes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Send Away the Tigers".
- 1 Send Away the Tigers Start here 3:37
- 2 Underdogs Standout 2:49
- 3 Your Love Alone Is Not Enough Standout 3:55
- 4 Indian Summer 3:54
- 5 The Second Great Depression Standout 4:09
- 6 Rendition 2:59
- 7 Autumnsong 3:40
- 8 I'm Just a Patsy 3:11
- 9 Imperial Bodybags 3:30
- 10 Winterlovers / Working Class Hero 6:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
What to play next
Journal for Plague Lovers
2009
Continues the energetic rock style with deep lyrical themes.
Lifeblood
2004
Sets the stage with a more introspective sound leading into the current album's energy.
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