Gold
The Cranberries · 2008
122 min · 31 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · indie pop
A reflective collection where haunting melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, encapsulating the essence of The Cranberries' emotive sound.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys reflective, contemplative moods
- Context
- Released in 2008, 'Gold' is a compilation album marking a retrospective of The Cranberries' career, following their hiatus after the release of 'Wake Up and Smell the Coffee' in 2001. At this point, the band was navigating a resurgence in popularity, reigniting interest in their classic hits while still grappling with the loss of lead singer Dolores O'Riordan's unique vocal presence.
- If you like
- alternative rock, folk rock, indie pop
- What next
- Roses — Continues the reflective tone while introducing fresh sounds and themes.
Gold is an album by The Cranberries, released in 2008. A reflective collection where haunting melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, encapsulating the essence of The Cranberries' emotive sound. 'Gold' features some of The Cranberries' most iconic tracks, reaffirming their influence on the alternative rock scene of the 1990s. The album achieved commercial success, reaching the top charts in several countries and contributing to a renewed appreciation for their music during a time when nostalgia for 90s rock was growing. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gold sound like?
A reflective collection where haunting melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, encapsulating the essence of The Cranberries' emotive sound. Rooted in alternative rock and folk rock. Start with "Dreams".
Is Gold a good place to start with The Cranberries?
Yes, Gold is recommended as a starting point for new The Cranberries listeners. A reflective collection where haunting melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, encapsulating the essence of The Cranberries' emotive sound. Released in 2008, 'Gold' is a compilation album marking a retrospective of The Cranberries' career, following their hiatus after the release of 'Wake Up and Smell the Coffee' in 2001. At this point, the band was navigating a resurgence in popularity, reigniting interest in their classic hits while still grappling with the loss of lead singer Dolores O'Riordan's unique vocal presence.
Who is Gold for?
Gold works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and reflective, contemplative moods.
How many songs are on Gold?
Gold has 31 tracks, running approximately 122 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with Dreams.
Disc 1
- 1 Dreams Start here 4:33
- 2 Sunday 3:31
- 3 Pretty 2:17
- 4 How 2:52
- 5 Not Sorry 4:20
- 6 Linger Standout 4:35
- 7 Liar 2:22
- 8 Zombie Standout 5:07
- 9 Ode to My Family 4:30
- 10 I Can’t Be With You 3:08
- 11 Empty 3:27
- 12 Everything I Said 3:53
- 13 Ridiculous Thoughts 4:33
- 14 Dreaming My Dreams 3:37
- 15 Daffodil Lament 6:08
- 16 So Cold in Ireland 4:43
Disc 2
- 1 Salvation 2:24
- 2 Free to Decide 4:25
- 3 When You’re Gone 4:56
- 4 Hollywood 5:07
- 5 Cordell 3:40
- 6 Animal Instinct 3:31
- 7 Promises 5:27
- 8 You and Me 3:35
- 9 Just My Imagination 3:41
- 10 Never Grow Old 2:36
- 11 Analyse 4:11
- 12 Time Is Ticking Out 3:00
- 13 This Is the Day 4:14
- 14 New New York 4:09
- 15 Stars 3:30
Release Date
January 1, 2008
Artist Origin
Ireland
Runtime
122 min 16 sec
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