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Wreck of the Day is the debut album by singer-songwriter Anna Nalick, first released in the United States on April 19, 2005 by Columbia Records. It was produced by ex-Blind Melon members Brad Smith and Christopher Thorn at their own Studio Wishbone.

In 2006, an expanded version of the album was released to stores. This expanded version included a rearranged version of the title track, three added demo songs, and new cover art. As of August 2, 2006, the album has sold 623,668 copies. [citation needed]

Critical reception

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
Allmusic[1]
Rolling Stone[2]

The album was generally well received by music critics, earning a 3/5 star rating from Rolling Stone.

Chart performance

Wreck of the Day debuted at number 20 on the Billboard 200. The album charted for 27 weeks and was certified Gold by the RIAA on September 9, 2005.[3] The album recharted for two weeks in March 2006 though and then again for three weeks in July and August, bringing its chart run to 33 weeks.[4]

Track listing

  1. "Breathe (2 AM)" – 4:39
  2. "Citadel" – 2:46
  3. "Paper Bag" – 3:27
  4. "Wreck of the Day" – 4:05
  5. "Satellite" – 3:57
  6. "Forever Love (Digame)" – 3:19
  7. "In the Rough" – 4:02
  8. "In My Head" – 4:04
  9. "Bleed" – 3:57
  10. "Catalyst" – 3:34
  11. "Consider This" – 3:34

2006 Re-Release

  1. "Wreck of the Day ('06)" – 4:11
  2. "Drink Me" – 3:03
  3. "Soldier" – 5:19
  4. "More Than Melody" – 2:36
  • All tracks written by Anna Nalick.

Bonus Tracks for Japan (on original release)

12. "Drink Me (Acoustic Version)" - 3:02

13. "Catalyst (Acoustic Version)" - 3:31

Production

  • Produced & Recorded By Eric Rosse, Christopher Thorn & Brad Smith
  • Mixed By Mark Endert
  • Mastered By Steve Marcussen

Personnel

  • Anna Nalick: Acoustic Guitars, All Vocals
  • Christopher Thorn, Stuart Mathis, Lyle Workman: Guitars
  • Brad Smith: Bass & Percussion
  • Zak Rae, Eric Rosse: Keyboards, Piano, Organ, Harmonium
  • Joey Waronker, Matt Chamberlain: Drums
  • Cello: Cameron Stone
  • String Arrangements: Eric Rosse & Cameron Stone
  • Percussion: Christopher Nalick

References

  1. ^ Allmusic review
  2. ^ Rolling Stone review
  3. ^ "American album certifications – Anna Nalick – Wreck of the Day". Recording Industry Association of America.
  4. ^ Billboard Music Charts - Latest Music News - Music Videos
  • Anna Nalick; "Wreck Of The Day" CD Liner Notes. 2005, Columbia Records.