Where the Light Goes
Matchbox Twenty · 2023
44 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A reflective blend of alternative rock and introspective lyrics, weaving narratives of love and nostalgia.
Why this album works
The album debuted at number 4 on the Billboard 200 chart, demonstrating a strong commercial performance reflective of the band's enduring popularity. Critics noted its mature themes and cohesive sound, positioning it as a notable comeback within the alternative rock genre.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective vibes narratives of love and nostalgia for late-night drives
- Context
- Released in 2023, 'Where the Light Goes' is Matchbox Twenty's first studio album in over a decade, following 'North' (2012). The band emerged after a prolonged hiatus, with this album marking a significant return to form for them, showcasing their evolved sound while retaining the essence of their earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beck· Green Day· Linkin Park· Moby· Nine Inch Nails· R.E.M.· Tori Amos· Sonic Youth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Friends 4:46
- 2 Wild Dogs (Running in a Slow Dream) Standout 3:30
- 3 Rebels 3:44
- 4 One Hit Love 3:43
- 5 Warm Blood 3:48
- 6 Queen of New York City Standout 3:32
- 7 Where the Light Goes Standout 3:52
- 8 Hang on Every Word 4:08
- 9 Don’t Get Me Wrong 2:53
- 10 I Know Better 3:48
- 11 No Other Love 3:36
- 12 Selling Faith 3:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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