Wishville
Catherine Wheel · 2000
86 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock
A swirling blend of ethereal guitar textures and introspective lyrics that captures the essence of early 2000s alternative rock.
Why this album works
'Wishville' received a warm critical reception for its melodic depth and sonic exploration, helping to solidify Catherine Wheel's place in the alternative rock scene of the late '90s and early 2000s. The album's single 'Sparks Are Gonna Fly' gained notable airplay, contributing to the band's enduring reputation during this period.
- Career context
- Released in 2000, 'Wishville' marked Catherine Wheel's return after a three-year hiatus following their previous album, 'Adam and Eve.' At this point, the band was navigating the changing landscape of rock music while trying to reclaim their identity amidst shifting trends.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Sparks Are Gonna Fly Standout 4:16
- 2 Gasoline Standout 4:22
- 3 Lifeline Standout 4:29
- 4 What We Want to Believe In 4:50
- 5 All of That 4:40
- 6 Idle Life 4:26
- 7 Mad Dog 4:04
- 8 Ballad of a Running Man 4:50
- 9 Crème Caramel 4:32
Disc 2
- 1 Lifeline Standout 4:56
- 2 Crank 4:37
- 3 Fripp 7:22
- 4 Ma Solituda 5:45
- 5 Heal 7:21
- 6 Future Boy 7:40
- 7 Intravenous / Little Muscle 8:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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