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WP2

Walking Papers · 2018

61 min · 13 tracks · rock music

A gritty blend of rock and blues, WP2 channels raw emotion through powerful instrumentation and evocative storytelling.

Top tracks — play these first

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    My Luck Pushed Back — This track opens the album with a driving rhythm and introspective lyrics that set the tone for the rest of the record, highlighting themes of struggle and resilience.
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    Death On The Lips — With its haunting melodies and vivid imagery, this song encapsulates the emotional weight of the album, showcasing the band's ability to blend lyrical storytelling with dynamic instrumentation.
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    This Is How It Ends — The closing track features an expansive arrangement and powerful vocal delivery, providing a reflective conclusion that leaves listeners contemplating the journey they've taken through the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • gritty storytelling with raw emotion
  • cathartic moments of reflective intensity
  • pulsing energy for late nights
  • narrative arcs that reward patience

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
  • want polished production and refinement

Where this album fits

Career context
WP2 is the third studio album by Walking Papers, released in 2018 following their critically acclaimed self-titled debut in 2013. By this time, the band had solidified its lineup and sound, with a more polished production reflecting their growth as musicians. The album serves as a continuation of their exploration into dark themes and complex narratives.
Stylistic neighbors
Royal Blood· The Black Keys· Rival Sons

Tracklist

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

  • 1 My Luck Pushed Back 3:54
  • 2 Death On The Lips 4:28
  • 3 Red & White 5:46
  • 4 Somebody Else 3:42
  • 5 Yours Completely 4:10
  • 6 Hard To Look Away 3:20
  • 7 Before You Arrived 4:20
  • 8 Don't Owe Me Nothin' 4:44
  • 9 This Is How It Ends 6:30
  • 10 I Know You're Lying 4:00
  • 11 Into The Truth 4:34
  • 12 King Hooker 4:26
  • 13 Right In Front Of Me 7:36

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