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LateNightTales

Franz Ferdinand · 2014

67 min · 20 tracks · indie rock ยท punk

A curated journey through eclectic sounds, blending indie rock with soulful grooves and unexpected covers.

LateNightTales is an album by Franz Ferdinand, released in 2014. A curated journey through eclectic sounds, blending indie rock with soulful grooves and unexpected covers. 'LateNightTales' gained attention for its unique concept as part of the series where artists curate their favorite tracks. The album's reception was positive, reflecting a critical acknowledgment of the band's ability to reinterpret and pay homage to diverse musical influences. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does LateNightTales sound like?

A curated journey through eclectic sounds, blending indie rock with soulful grooves and unexpected covers. Rooted in indie rock and punk.

What makes LateNightTales by Franz Ferdinand notable?

'LateNightTales' gained attention for its unique concept as part of the series where artists curate their favorite tracks. The album's reception was positive, reflecting a critical acknowledgment of the band's ability to reinterpret and pay homage to diverse musical influences. By 2014, Franz Ferdinand had already established themselves as a prominent force in indie rock with multiple hit albums. 'LateNightTales' came after their fourth studio album, 'Right Thoughts, Right Words, Right Action', and marked a shift to exploring influences outside their original compositions, showcasing their versatility.

How many songs are on LateNightTales?

LateNightTales has 20 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.

Tracklist

20 tracks·67:24

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Leaving My Old Life Behind 3:35
  • 2 Iโ€™m Only Sleeping 3:00
  • 3 Eighteen Is Over the Hill 2:57
  • 4 Let There Be Drums 2:18
  • 5 New Town 3:54
  • 6 Connection 2:33
  • 7 The Darkside 1:49
  • 8 Reasons to Be Cheerful, Part 3 Standout 3:48
  • 9 For the Love of Money 2:49
  • 10 More Bounce to the Ounce 3:52
  • 11 Requiem pour un con 1:54
  • 12 Disco Devil 3:28
  • 13 King Heroin Standout 3:54
  • 14 Love Will Set You Free 3:25
  • 15 Nineteen Hundred & Eighty Five 2:56
  • 16 Reach for the Dead 3:06
  • 17 Zebra 1:48
  • 18 Old Man 3:22
  • 19 Sweet Mountain 4:52
  • 20 Defibrillator 7:52

Release Date

September 15, 2014

Genre

indie rock

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

67 min 24 sec