What makes So Many Nights by The Cat Empire notable?

'So Many Nights' received positive critical acclaim and charted well in Australia, peaking at number 5 on the ARIA Albums Chart. The album's blend of genres contributed to The Cat Empire's reputation as pioneers of a new wave of fusion music, influencing subsequent artists in the ska and jazz realms. Released in 2007, 'So Many Nights' is The Cat Empire's third studio album, following their successful self-titled debut and the acclaimed 'Two Shoes.' At this point in their career, they were solidifying their unique sound, blending diverse musical influences while gaining international recognition. This album further established them as a prominent act within the Australian music scene and beyond.

Who is So Many Nights for?

So Many Nights works well if you're into danceable rhythms for social gatherings, sunny vibes for outdoor settings and wave-like pacing with dynamic peaks.

How many songs are on So Many Nights?

So Many Nights has 15 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

So Many Nights

The Cat Empire · 2007

56 min · 15 tracks · jazz · ska

A vibrant fusion of jazz and ska, brimming with infectious energy and danceable rhythms.

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Why this album works

'So Many Nights' received positive critical acclaim and charted well in Australia, peaking at number 5 on the ARIA Albums Chart. The album's blend of genres contributed to The Cat Empire's reputation as pioneers of a new wave of fusion music, influencing subsequent artists in the ska and jazz realms.

Best for: danceable rhythms for social gatherings sunny vibes for outdoor settings wave-like pacing with dynamic peaks
Context: Released in 2007, 'So Many Nights' is The Cat Empire's third studio album, following their successful self-titled debut and the acclaimed 'Two Shoes.' At this point in their career, they were solidifying their unique sound, blending diverse musical influences while gaining international recognition. This album further established them as a prominent act within the Australian music scene and beyond.
Stylistic neighbors: Crowded House· Diesel· Powderfinger· The Living End· Kate Ceberano· Missy Higgins· Shannon Noll· Savage Garden

Tracklist

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

1 So Many Nights Standout 3:32
2 Panama Standout 3:15
3 Fishies 3:12
4 Sunny Moon 3:07
5 Til the Ocean Takes Us All Standout 3:22
6 No Mountain 3:26
7 So Long 3:27
8 No Longer There 3:56
9 Lonely Moon 3:47
10 Radio Song 3:06
11 The Darkness 5:20
12 Voodoo Cowboy 4:02
13 Strong Coffee 3:33
14 Won't Be Afraid 4:13
15 Rhyme and Reason 5:33

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