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The Cranberries

The Cranberries

alternative rock, folk rock, indie pop, indie rock

Ireland Est. 1989 Disbanded 2003

"Their music pulses with a rhythmic insistence while expansive melodies intertwine with urgent vocals, creating an atmosphere that feels both intimate and vast."

Quick Start

A good place to start with The Cranberries is…

In the End

In the End

2019
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Career Arc

The Cranberries's discography from 1990 to 2021

1990 2005 2021
Nothing Left at All (1990) Water Circle (1990) Anything (The Cranberries... (1990) Uncertain (1991) Dreams (1992) Everybody Else Is Doing I... (1993) Linger (1993) No Need to Argue (1994) Zombie (1994) Doors and Windows (1995) Ridiculous Thoughts (1995) I Can't Be with You (1995) To the Faithful Departed (1996) When You're Gone (1996) Salvation (1996) Free to Decide (1996) Hollywood (1997) Bury the Hatchet (1999) Just My Imagination (1999) Animal Instinct (1999)
The Cranberries matter for their ability to weave profound emotional narratives into the fabric of alternative rock, making them a voice of yearning and resilience during the tumultuous '90s.
The Cranberries matter for their ability to weave profound emotional narratives into the fabric of alternative rock, making them a voice of yearning and resilience during the tumultuous '90s. Their music resonates with listeners who seek solace in themes of love, loss, and identity, creating a collective experience that transcends personal struggles and speaks to wider societal issues. Their approach to songwriting often involved layering haunting melodies with raw, unfiltered vocal performances, which together fostered a sense of urgency and intimacy. By blending traditional Celtic influences with modern rock sensibilities, they crafted soundscapes that felt both familiar and otherworldly, allowing audiences to connect deeply with the music's ethereal quality. Lyrically, The Cranberries frequently explore themes of heartache, nostalgia, and social consciousness, employing a storytelling style that balances sincerity with poignant imagery. Their tone often oscillates between vulnerability and defiance, inviting listeners to reflect on their own experiences while navigating complex emotions with grace and intensity.

Full discography

The Cranberries's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

41 releases • 13 albums • 5 EPS • 1990–2021
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EPs ()

Doors and Windows album by The Cranberries

Doors and Windows

1995

Uncertain album by The Cranberries

Uncertain

1991

Nothing Left at All album by The Cranberries

Nothing Left at All

1990

Water Circle album by The Cranberries

Water Circle

1990

Anything (The Cranberries demo) album by The Cranberries

Anything (The Cranberries demo)

1990

Singles ()

Wake Me When It's Over album by The Cranberries

Wake Me When It's Over

2019

All Over Now album by The Cranberries

All Over Now

2019

The Pressure album by The Cranberries

The Pressure

2019

Why album by The Cranberries

Why

2017

Losing My Mind album by The Cranberries

Losing My Mind

2012

Raining in My Heart album by The Cranberries

Raining in My Heart

2012

Tomorrow album by The Cranberries

Tomorrow

2011

Time Is Ticking Out album by The Cranberries

Time Is Ticking Out

2002

Stars album by The Cranberries

Stars

2002

Analyse album by The Cranberries

Analyse

2001

Just My Imagination album by The Cranberries

Just My Imagination

1999

Animal Instinct album by The Cranberries

Animal Instinct

1999

Promises album by The Cranberries

Promises

1999

Hollywood album by The Cranberries

Hollywood

1997

When You're Gone album by The Cranberries

When You're Gone

1996

Salvation album by The Cranberries

Salvation

1996

Free to Decide album by The Cranberries

Free to Decide

1996

Ridiculous Thoughts album by The Cranberries

Ridiculous Thoughts

1995

I Can't Be with You album by The Cranberries

I Can't Be with You

1995

Zombie album by The Cranberries

Zombie

1994

Linger album by The Cranberries

Linger

1993

Dreams album by The Cranberries

Dreams

1992

You and Me album by The Cranberries

You and Me

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Timeline

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Cranberries sound like?

Their music pulses with a rhythmic insistence while expansive melodies intertwine with urgent vocals, creating an atmosphere that feels both intimate and vast. Rooted in alternative rock and folk rock. Start with No Need to Argue.

What is the best The Cranberries album to start with?

The best album to start with is "No Need to Argue" (1994). It's the most representative of what makes The Cranberries worth hearing.

Who is The Cranberries for?

If you're into alternative rock and folk rock, The Cranberries is worth your time. Their music pulses with a rhythmic insistence while expansive melodies intertwine with urgent vocals, creating an atmosphere that feels both intimate and vast.

How many albums does The Cranberries have?

The Cranberries has 41 releases in their discography, including 13 albums and 5 EPs.

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