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Tellin' Stories

The Charlatans · 1997

55 min · 13 tracks · psychedelic rock

A blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics, wrapped in a warm psychedelic haze.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • warm psychedelic listening experience
  • introspective moments for reflection
  • for leisurely afternoons

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat dance tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1997, 'Tellin' Stories' was The Charlatans' fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'The Charlatans' (1995). At this point, the band had solidified their place in the Britpop movement while also exploring more psychedelic influences that would define their sound on this record.
Stylistic neighbors
The Verve· Ride· Oasis

Tracklist

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

  • 1 With No Shoes 4:43
  • 2 North Country Boy 4:05
  • 3 Tellin' Stories 5:13
  • 4 One to Another 4:30
  • 5 You're a Big Girl Now 2:50
  • 6 How Can You Leave Us 3:46
  • 7 Area 51 3:37
  • 8 How High 3:06
  • 9 Only Teethin' 5:20
  • 10 Get on It 5:56
  • 11 Rob's Theme 3:58
  • 12 Two of Us 4:08
  • 13 Reputation 4:00

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