Who We Touch
The Charlatans · 2010
111 min · 23 tracks · psychedelic rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of melodic psychedelia and introspective lyricism that captures fleeting moments of connection.
Why this album works
The album received mixed reviews but stood out for its exploration of themes related to relationships and identity. It peaked at number 34 on the UK Albums Chart, reflecting a consistent fan base despite shifting musical landscapes.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions introspective and reflective moods gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- By the time 'Who We Touch' was released in 2010, The Charlatans had experienced significant lineup changes, with keyboardist Rob Collins having passed away in 1996. This album marked their tenth studio release and showcased a matured sound while still retaining their classic psychedelic roots, following the more commercially successful 'You Cross My Path' from 2008.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Blue Öyster Cult· Acid Mothers Temple· Julie's Haircut
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Love Is Ending Standout 3:48
- 2 My Foolish Pride 4:09
- 3 Your Pure Soul 5:39
- 4 Smash the System Standout 3:34
- 5 Intimacy 5:12
- 6 Sincerity 6:28
- 7 Trust in Desire Standout 5:09
- 8 When I Wonder 3:39
- 9 Oh! 5:56
- 10 You Can Swim / On the Threshold / I Sing the Body Eclectic 13:02
Disc 2
- 1 Love Is Ending (early version) 3:29
- 2 Intimacy (early version) 3:53
- 3 Smash the System (early version) 3:15
- 4 These Things (studio out-take) 3:10
- 5 Your Pure Soul (early version) 5:01
- 6 Sincerity (early instrumental version) 3:54
- 7 Trust in Desire (alternate take) 5:11
- 8 My Foolish Pride (early version) 4:10
- 9 Lips That Would Kiss (early version) 4:49
- 10 Who We Touch Don't Mind (studio out-take) 4:53
- 11 Don't Know Where or When (studio out-take) 5:13
- 12 Intimacy (alternate mix) 5:16
- 13 Throbbing Genesis (studio out-take) 2:31
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