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When It's All Over We Still Have to Clear Up

by Snow Patrol

Released: March 05, 2001

Indie rock, alternative rock, post-Britpop

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Breakthrough.

The Album

"When It's All Over We Still Have to Clear Up" is the second studio album by the Northern Irish-Scottish band Snow Patrol. It features a more refined and melodic approach compared to their earlier work, laying the groundwork for their future mainstream success. Standout tracks include "An Olive Grove Facing the Sea," "Ask Me How I Am," and "One Night is Not Enough," with the music characterized by its emotive lyrics and lush instrumentation.

Inside the Recording

Released on March 5, 2001, the album marked a significant moment in the band's career, showcasing their development in sound and songwriting following their debut album "Songs for Polarbears." The album was produced by Michael Brennan Jr. and released under Jeepster Records.

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It later gained more recognition after the band's…

It later gained more recognition after the band's subsequent albums brought them into the spotlight.

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Reception

Despite its critical acclaim, the album did not perform strongly in terms of commercial success immediately upon release. However, it is often regarded by fans and critics as a crucial step in the band's artistic progression. The introspective themes and the blend of soft rock and alternative sounds found on this album helped shape Snow Patrol's distinct style, which became more polished and commercially successful in later releases such as "Final Straw" and "Eyes Open.".

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"When It's All Over We Still Have to Clear Up" is the second studio album by the Northern Irish-Scottish band Snow Patrol. Released on March 5, 2001, the album marked a significant moment in the band's career, showcasing their development in sound and songwriting following their debut album "Songs for Polarbears."

The album was produced by Michael Brennan Jr. and released under Jeepster Records. It features a more refined and melodic approach compared to their earlier work, laying the groundwork for their future mainstream success. Standout tracks include "An Olive Grove Facing the Sea," "Ask Me How I Am," and "One Night is Not Enough," with the music characterized by its emotive lyrics and lush instrumentation.

Despite its critical acclaim, the album did not perform strongly in terms of commercial success immediately upon release. However, it is often regarded by fans and critics as a crucial step in the band's artistic progression. It later gained more recognition after the band's subsequent albums brought them into the spotlight. The introspective themes and the blend of soft rock and alternative sounds found on this album helped shape Snow Patrol's distinct style, which became more polished and commercially successful in later releases such as "Final Straw" and "Eyes Open."