How many songs are on Wassail?

Wassail has 4 tracks, running approximately 25 minutes.

Wassail

Big Big Train · 2015

A rich tapestry of progressive rock that weaves intricate melodies with historical storytelling and lush instrumentation.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Wassail — The title track embodies the album's celebration of tradition with its vibrant and engaging melody, setting the tone for the entire EP.
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Lost Rivers of London — This track draws listeners into an evocative exploration of London's hidden waterways, blending rich imagery with intricate musicality that defines the band's style.
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Mudlarks — Mudlarks juxtaposes historical context with personal narrative, capturing the essence of resilience through its compelling arrangement and lyrical depth.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

Wassail showcases strong narrative composition and rich instrumentation, solidifying its place in progressive rock.

What we noticed

Each track features a distinct narrative focus, with lyrics that draw on historical themes and events.
The EP maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, with dynamic shifts in intensity that enhance the storytelling.
The final track features an extended instrumental section that allows for thematic development before concluding the EP.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — A solid EP that showcases the band's style but isn't a major entry point or breakthrough.
Themes: London's hidden waterways· historical resilience· traditional celebration
Career context: Released in 2015, Wassail is a significant entry in Big Big Train's discography, following their acclaimed album English Electric (Part Two). At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation for blending narrative-driven lyrics with complex musical arrangements, marking a phase of creative continuity and growth in their sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Transatlantic· The Flower Kings· Marillion