Model (album)
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Released | May 24, 2024 | |||
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Length | 37:33 | |||
Label | Atlantic | |||
Producer | John Congleton | |||
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Singles from Model | ||||
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Model is the third studio album by American indie rock band Wallows. It was released on May 24, 2024, through Atlantic Records.[3] It follows their 2022 studio album, Tell Me That It's Over. It was supported by five singles: "Your Apartment", "Calling After Me", "Bad Dream", "A Warning", and "You (Show Me Where My Days Went)".
Release and promotion[edit]
Wallows released the first single from the album, "Your Apartment", on February 16, 2024.[4] On March 5, they announced the album's title and release date, as well as the second single, "Calling After Me", which was released on March 21. They announced the Model World Tour on March 11, on which they will be supported by Benee. On March 20, the album's tracklist was revealed. On April 26, the band released the album's third single, "Bad Dream". On May 10, the fourth single, "A Warning", was released. On May 21, the fifth and final single, "You (Show Me Where My Days Went)", was released.
Critical reception[edit]
Review scores | |
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Source | Rating |
Clash | 8/10[5] |
DIY | [6] |
Dork | [3] |
NME | [1] |
Model received generally positive reviews from critics. While many critics praised the album's sound and production, some criticized its repetition and lack of originality.
Track listing[edit]
No. | Title | Length |
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1. | "Your Apartment" | 3:18 |
2. | "Anytime, Always" | 2:04 |
3. | "Calling After Me" | 3:07 |
4. | "Bad Dream" | 3:30 |
5. | "A Warning" | 3:34 |
6. | "I Wouldn't Mind" | 2:10 |
7. | "You (Show Me Where My Days Went)" | 2:47 |
8. | "Canada" | 2:51 |
9. | "Don't You Think It's Strange?" | 3:27 |
10. | "She's an Actress" | 3:33 |
11. | "Going Under" | 2:51 |
12. | "Only Ecstasy" | 4:21 |
Total length: | 37:33 |
Charts[edit]
Chart (2024) | Peak position |
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Australian Albums (ARIA)[7] | 14 |
Scottish Albums (OCC)[8] | 8 |
UK Albums (OCC)[9] | 38 |
US Billboard 200[10] | 28 |
US Top Rock & Alternative Albums (Billboard)[11] | 7 |
References[edit]
- ^ a b Duran, Anagricel (May 24, 2024). "Wallows – Model review: indie-pop that stays in the comfort zone". NME. Retrieved May 26, 2024.
- ^ Morrison, Sarah. "Wallows Strike A Pose That Sticks With Model". Range. Retrieved May 26, 2024.
- ^ a b Muir, Jamie. "Wallows – Model: A stunning, natural evolution into their next chapter". Dork.
- ^ Hardman, Neville (February 16, 2024). "Wallows return with wistful single "Your Apartment"". Alternative Press. Retrieved May 30, 2024.
- ^ deHollogne, Lauren (May 23, 2024). "Wallows – Model". Clash. Retrieved May 28, 2024.
- ^ Terry, Jack (May 10, 2024). "Wallows - Model review". DIY. Retrieved May 28, 2024.
- ^ "ARIA Top 50 Albums Chart". Australian Recording Industry Association. June 3, 2024. Retrieved May 31, 2024.
- ^ "Official Scottish Albums Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved June 1, 2024.
- ^ "Official Albums Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved June 1, 2024.
- ^ "Wallows Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Retrieved June 4, 2024.
- ^ "Wallows Chart History: Top Rock & Alternative Albums". Billboard. Retrieved June 4, 2024.