Is The Way I Feel Today a good place to start with Stan Ridgway?

Yes, The Way I Feel Today is recommended as a starting point for new Stan Ridgway listeners. A reflective collection of standards that melds Ridgway's distinct storytelling with lush arrangements and a nostalgic jazz-inflected sound. By the time 'The Way I Feel Today' was released in 1998, Stan Ridgway was transitioning from his earlier new wave roots into a more varied solo career. This album came after his previous work, 'Partyball' (1996), showcasing his continued exploration of different musical styles while maintaining his signature narrative lyricism.

Who is The Way I Feel Today for?

The Way I Feel Today works well if you're into steady melodic progression throughout, evocative storytelling in each track and for reflective mornings.

How many songs are on The Way I Feel Today?

The Way I Feel Today has 19 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.

The Way I Feel Today

Stan Ridgway · 1998

62 min · 19 tracks · new wave

A reflective collection of standards that melds Ridgway's distinct storytelling with lush arrangements and a nostalgic jazz-inflected sound.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Witchcraft Start here — This track opens the album with an enchanting blend of Ridgway's storytelling and romantic themes, setting the stage for the emotional journey ahead.
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What Now My Love? — Ridgway's rendition brings a haunting quality to this classic, showcasing his ability to imbue familiar lyrics with personal weight and introspection.
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Angel Eyes — This cover highlights Ridgway's unique vocal delivery, transforming the song into a poignant reflection on love and loss that resonates deeply.
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My Way — Ridgway's interpretation adds a layer of vulnerability to this iconic anthem, reimagining its themes of personal reflection and defiance in a fresh light.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady melodic progression throughout
evocative storytelling in each track
for reflective mornings
intimate atmosphere for quiet moments
warm vocals for cozy evenings

Maybe skip if you

seeking high-energy dance tracks
prefer standalone upbeat singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Explores classic standards, showcasing Ridgway's storytelling in a varied solo career.
Themes: nostalgic jazz clubs· romantic storytelling· personal reflection on loss
Career context: By the time 'The Way I Feel Today' was released in 1998, Stan Ridgway was transitioning from his earlier new wave roots into a more varied solo career. This album came after his previous work, 'Partyball' (1996), showcasing his continued exploration of different musical styles while maintaining his signature narrative lyricism.
Stylistic neighbors: Wall of Voodoo· The B-52's· Gordon Lightfoot

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

What Now My Love?

The moment shifts from despair to resignation as the narrator contemplates their fate after love has faded away.

This transition underscores the complexity of emotions involved in heartbreak, moving from longing to acceptance in a way that deepens the listener’s connection to the song.