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Wastelands

Eskimo Joe · 2013

42 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock

Melancholic melodies weave through introspective lyrics, blending alternative rock with a polished yet raw emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo introspective flow
  • melancholic melodies for reflection
  • emotional depth in every track
  • thoughtful listening during quiet moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party vibes
  • prefering fast-paced energy

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2013, 'Wastelands' is Eskimo Joe's fifth studio album, following their 2010 release 'Ghosts of the Past.' At this point in their career, the band was navigating a shift towards more mature themes and sounds, aiming to reinvent themselves while maintaining their established identity in the Australian alternative rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Silverchair· The Temper Trap· Jebediah

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Running Out of Needs 3:57
  • 2 Not Alone 4:02
  • 3 Got What You Need 4:46
  • 4 Sad Song 3:21
  • 5 Every Harmony 4:23
  • 6 Disgrace 3:51
  • 7 What You Want 4:05
  • 8 How Was I to Know 4:15
  • 9 Keep It Coming 4:23
  • 10 Last Beacon Light 5:34

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