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Hurry Up and Wait

by Soul Asylum

Released: April 17, 2020

Alternative rock

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Why This Album Matters

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The Album

"Hurry Up and Wait" is the twelfth studio album released by the American alternative rock band Soul Asylum. Working on this album, the band brought it back to their roots, writing and recording in drummer Michael Bland’s Minneapolis studio. It was released on April 17, 2020, under the label Blue Élan Records.

Inside the Recording

"Hurry Up and Wait" was produced by John Fields, who is known for having worked with the band on previous projects.

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The album marks another chapter in the band's…

The album marks another chapter in the band's three-decade-long journey, characterized by its traditional rock-and-roll heart, coupled with their signature punk rock fervor.

It features tracks like "If I Told You,"…

It features tracks like "If I Told You," "Got It Pretty Good," and "Make Her Laugh," reflecting the band's continued exploration of American rock and roll music.

The band has described this album as one…

The band has described this album as one that mirrors the milestones, losses, and legacies of a group that has persevered the changing music landscape.

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Reception

The album has been compared to their early works, especially the 1992 release, "Grave Dancers Union," which featured their Grammy-winning single "Runaway Train." Overall, the album showcases the dynamic creativity and enduring spirit of a band that has been rooted in the industry for over three decades, reinforcing their commitment to their fans and the music they produce.

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The Complete Album Story

"Hurry Up and Wait" is the twelfth studio album released by the American alternative rock band Soul Asylum. It was released on April 17, 2020, under the label Blue Élan Records. The album marks another chapter in the band's three-decade-long journey, characterized by its traditional rock-and-roll heart, coupled with their signature punk rock fervor.

"Hurry Up and Wait" was produced by John Fields, who is known for having worked with the band on previous projects. It features tracks like "If I Told You," "Got It Pretty Good," and "Make Her Laugh," reflecting the band's continued exploration of American rock and roll music.

The band has described this album as one that mirrors the milestones, losses, and legacies of a group that has persevered the changing music landscape. Working on this album, the band brought it back to their roots, writing and recording in drummer Michael Bland’s Minneapolis studio. The album has been compared to their early works, especially the 1992 release, "Grave Dancers Union," which featured their Grammy-winning single "Runaway Train."

Overall, the album showcases the dynamic creativity and enduring spirit of a band that has been rooted in the industry for over three decades, reinforcing their commitment to their fans and the music they produce.