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Long Way Down

Goo Goo Dolls · 1996

11 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock · indie pop

An atmospheric blend of emotive melodies and introspective lyrics, echoing the band's alternative rock roots.

Long Way Down is a single by Goo Goo Dolls, released in 1996. An atmospheric blend of emotive melodies and introspective lyrics, echoing the band's alternative rock roots. This album is significant for its live recordings which capture the band’s energetic performances, contributing to their growing reputation in the 90s alternative scene. Additionally, it features remixed versions of popular tracks that helped maintain the band's presence on radio and charts during a competitive era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Long Way Down sound like?

An atmospheric blend of emotive melodies and introspective lyrics, echoing the band's alternative rock roots. Rooted in alternative rock and indie pop.

What makes Long Way Down by Goo Goo Dolls notable?

This album is significant for its live recordings which capture the band’s energetic performances, contributing to their growing reputation in the 90s alternative scene. Additionally, it features remixed versions of popular tracks that helped maintain the band's presence on radio and charts during a competitive era. By the time 'Long Way Down' was released in March 1996, Goo Goo Dolls had already made a name for themselves with their previous album 'A Boy Named Goo'. This release showcased their evolving sound as they transitioned from punk influences to a more polished alternative rock style, setting the stage for their commercial breakthrough with the hit single 'Iris' just a few years later.

How many songs are on Long Way Down?

Long Way Down has 3 tracks, running approximately 11 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·11:12

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

  • 1 Long Way Down (Tom Lord-Alge remix) Standout 3:31
  • 2 Don't Change (live) Standout 3:48
  • 3 Name (live) Standout 3:53

Release Date

March 1, 1996

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

11 min 12 sec