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World Tour E.P.

Echo & the Bunnymen · 1997

20 min · 5 tracks · post-punk

A blend of atmospheric rock and poignant live performances that capture the band's enduring essence.

Why this album works

Best for
steady mid-tempo listening experience live performances with emotional depth short bursts of reflective moments
Context
By 1997, Echo & the Bunnymen were navigating a resurgence after lineup changes and a hiatus, having released their album 'Evergreen' the previous year. The 'World Tour E.P.' features live recordings that showcase their ability to connect with audiences during this revitalized phase of their career.
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post-punk

World Tour E.P. is an EP by Echo & the Bunnymen, released in 1997. A blend of atmospheric rock and poignant live performances that capture the band's enduring essence. This E.P. is notable for its inclusion of live tracks from Glastonbury 1997, a pivotal moment in the band's comeback narrative. The performance drew significant attention and helped solidify their place in the post-punk revival scene, demonstrating their lasting impact on both fans and newer artists alike. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does World Tour E.P. sound like?

A blend of atmospheric rock and poignant live performances that capture the band's enduring essence. Rooted in post-punk.

What makes World Tour E.P. by Echo & the Bunnymen notable?

This E.P. is notable for its inclusion of live tracks from Glastonbury 1997, a pivotal moment in the band's comeback narrative. The performance drew significant attention and helped solidify their place in the post-punk revival scene, demonstrating their lasting impact on both fans and newer artists alike. By 1997, Echo & the Bunnymen were navigating a resurgence after lineup changes and a hiatus, having released their album 'Evergreen' the previous year. The 'World Tour E.P.' features live recordings that showcase their ability to connect with audiences during this revitalized phase of their career.

Who is World Tour E.P. for?

World Tour E.P. works well if you're into steady mid-tempo listening experience, live performances with emotional depth and short bursts of reflective moments.

How many songs are on World Tour E.P.?

World Tour E.P. has 5 tracks, running approximately 20 minutes.

Tracklist

5 tracks·20:14

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

  • 1 Evergreen Standout 4:11
  • 2 Don’t Let It Get You Down 3:53
  • 3 Rescue (live at Glastonbury 1997) Standout 4:04
  • 4 Altamont (live at Glastonbury 1997) 3:39
  • 5 Forgiven (live acoustic) Standout 4:27

Release Date

January 1, 1997

Genre

post-punk

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

20 min 14 sec