The Man Who cover

The Man Who

Travis · 1999

47 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · pop rock · post-Britpop

Melodic hooks intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a reflective soundscape that defines post-Britpop's emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective moments of introspection
  • melodic hooks for sing-alongs
  • late-night contemplative listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on May 24, 1999, 'The Man Who' marked Travis's commercial breakthrough following their debut album 'Good Feeling'. The band transitioned from relative obscurity to mainstream success, propelled by hit singles and increased radio play in the UK.
Stylistic neighbors
Coldplay· Keane· Snow Patrol

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Writing to Reach You 3:41
  • 2 The Fear 4:12
  • 3 As You Are 4:14
  • 4 Driftwood 3:33
  • 5 The Last Laugh of the Laughter 4:20
  • 6 Turn 4:24
  • 7 Why Does It Always Rain on Me? 4:25
  • 8 Luv 4:55
  • 9 She’s So Strange 3:15
  • 10 Slide Show / Blue Flashing Light 10:31

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