The Charlatans
The Charlatans · 1995
52 min · 12 tracks · psychedelic rock
Psychedelic rock grooves intertwine with anthemic melodies, capturing the essence of mid-90s Britpop with a vibrant energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Feeling Holy — This track exemplifies The Charlatans' signature blend of jangly guitars and infectious choruses, making it a standout anthem that encapsulates the album's spirit.
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Just When You’re Thinkin’ Things Over — With its reflective lyrics and driving rhythm, this song showcases the band's more introspective side while maintaining an uplifting melody.
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Here Comes a Soul Saver — This track features a captivating blend of textures and rhythms that highlight The Charlatans' psychedelic roots, offering a moment of depth within the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends catchy hooks with psychedelic elements, showcasing solid songwriting and production typical of mid-90s Britpop.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a steady mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied rhythms and dynamics.
- Several tracks feature layered guitar effects that create a swirling, psychedelic texture, particularly evident in 'Feeling Holy' and 'Here Comes a Soul Saver.'
- The vocal melodies often intertwine with the instrumentation, creating a rich soundscape that emphasizes the band's Britpop influences.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- balanced mix of energy
- soulful melodic explorations
- thoughtful reflective moments
- engaging and catchy hooks
- moderate pacing for relaxation
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Charlatans released this self-titled album in 1995, marking their fifth studio effort and following the commercial success of 'Melting Pot.' At this point, the band was navigating a period of lineup changes and evolving sound, seeking to solidify their place in the Britpop movement alongside contemporaries like Oasis and Blur.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Just When You’re Thinkin’ Things Over
The shift to first-person perspective reveals a moment of personal reckoning that contrasts with earlier verses focused on external observations.
This structural choice deepens emotional engagement by allowing listeners to connect with the inner thoughts of the narrator at a pivotal moment.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Nine Acre Court 3:45
- 2 Feeling Holy 5:16
- 3 Just Lookin’ 3:49
- 4 Crashin’ In 5:02
- 5 Bullet Comes 5:25
- 6 Here Comes a Soul Saver 3:23
- 7 Just When You’re Thinkin’ Things Over 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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