What makes Where the Light Goes by Matchbox Twenty notable?

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. 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.

Who is Where the Light Goes for?

Where the Light Goes works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective vibes, narratives of love and nostalgia and for late-night drives.

How many songs are on Where the Light Goes?

Where the Light Goes has 12 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

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.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo reflective vibes
narratives of love and nostalgia
for late-night drives
engaging sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

prefer fast-paced instant gratification
seek experimental or unpredictable sounds

Where this album fits

Career 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: Goo Goo Dolls· Third Eye Blind· Counting Crows

Tracklist

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

1 Friends 4:46
2 Wild Dogs (Running in a Slow Dream) 3:30
3 Rebels 3:44
4 One Hit Love 3:43
5 Warm Blood 3:48
6 Queen of New York City 3:32
7 Where the Light Goes 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

What to play next

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North

2012

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