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The Charlatans

The Charlatans · 1995

52 min · 12 tracks · psychedelic rock

A vibrant blend of psychedelic rock and Britpop, infused with jangly guitars and soulful melodies.

Why this album works

'The Charlatans' received positive critical acclaim, peaking at number 3 on the UK Albums Chart. The album is notable for its exploration of new sounds while retaining the band's signature style, influencing a generation of British guitar bands in the mid-90s.
Best for
balanced mix of energy soulful melodic explorations thoughtful reflective moments
Context
Released on August 28, 1995, 'The Charlatans' was the band's fifth studio album and marked a pivotal moment following their previous commercial peak with 'Tellin' Stories.' At this point, The Charlatans were solidifying their identity in the UK music scene after surviving the tumultuous loss of keyboardist Rob Collins in 1996, showcasing resilience through their evolving sound.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Nine Acre Court 3:45
  • 2 Feeling Holy Standout 5:16
  • 3 Just Lookin’ 3:49
  • 4 Crashin’ In Standout 5:02
  • 5 Bullet Comes 5:25
  • 6 Here Comes a Soul Saver 3:23
  • 7 Just When You’re Thinkin’ Things Over Standout 4:51
  • 8 Tell Everyone 3:32
  • 9 Toothache 5:16
  • 10 No Fiction 3:58
  • 11 See It Through 4:07
  • 12 Thank You 3:33

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