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What Went Down

Foals · 2015

48 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock ยท indie rock ยท post-rock

A dynamic blend of driving rhythms and atmospheric textures, melding intense energy with introspective lyrics.

What Went Down is an album by Foals, released in 2015. A dynamic blend of driving rhythms and atmospheric textures, melding intense energy with introspective lyrics. 'What Went Down' debuted at number three on the UK Albums Chart and received positive reviews from critics, with accolades for its ambitious production and emotional depth. The album's lead single, 'Mountain at My Gates,' became a staple in their live shows and helped further establish Foals as a significant force in contemporary rock music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does What Went Down sound like?

A dynamic blend of driving rhythms and atmospheric textures, melding intense energy with introspective lyrics. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.

What makes What Went Down by Foals notable?

'What Went Down' debuted at number three on the UK Albums Chart and received positive reviews from critics, with accolades for its ambitious production and emotional depth. The album's lead single, 'Mountain at My Gates,' became a staple in their live shows and helped further establish Foals as a significant force in contemporary rock music. Released in 2015, 'What Went Down' is Foals' fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Holy Fire' from 2013. At this point in their career, they were building on a reputation for complex arrangements and energetic performances, solidifying their status within the UK alternative rock scene.

How many songs are on What Went Down?

What Went Down has 10 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·48:27

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

  • 1 What Went Down Standout 5:00
  • 2 Mountain at My Gates Standout 4:04
  • 3 Birch Tree 4:21
  • 4 Give It All 4:47
  • 5 Albatross Standout 5:23
  • 6 Snake Oil 4:21
  • 7 Night Swimmers 4:44
  • 8 London Thunder 4:14
  • 9 Lonely Hunter 4:37
  • 10 A Knife in the Ocean 6:52

Release Date

August 28, 2015

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

48 min 27 sec