Tellin’ Stories

So much drive in this album quite rocky in parts

Feels like I'm 15 again, loved this album then and listened the hell out of it, so it's great to hear again. Loads of musical layers, brilliant lyrics, it's a big noise. What a band.

Loved it! Great songwriting and overall vibe. Favorite track is number 10: Get it on. Can’t wait to play this one on high rotation.

Interesting

Love this

Guitars played loud in the service of pop songs. A dying breed in '97. Sounds good to me.

After yesterday's disappointing listen to HMS Fable, it was time for a proper Britpop classic. I’ve always loved Tellin' Stories by The Charlatans, so I was really looking forward to revisiting it. I’ve always been a big fan of The Charlatans’ early studio albums. I do have one confession though, as much as I love their records, Tim Burgess is probably one of the weakest live performers I’ve ever seen live. Thankfully, that doesn’t take anything away from how good these albums are. Their first four or five records are packed with quality, and Tellin’ Stories is the best of them. This album contains some of the band's biggest songs, but it’s more than just a collection of singles. It captures everything that made Britpop and indie music so exciting in the mid-90s: great melodies, memorable hooks, brilliant guitar work and that unmistakable Charlatans sound. For me, this is very close to being the perfect indie album. There are one or two tracks that feel more like filler, but the quality of the standout songs more than makes up for it. Favourite tracks: “North Country Boy”, “How High”, “Tellin’ Stories” and “One to Another” are all absolute indie classics from my youth Least favourite tracks: “You're a Big Girl Now” and “Only Teethin'” feel more like filler, but they're the exception on an otherwise excellent album Album artwork: Classic Charlatans album cover

Et bah pour du rock indé anglais des années 90, c'était étonnamment bien.

I think I liked it

One of the better britpop groups. Really like this record, but overall it isn't really strong enough to get the full score. 4/5

What a lovely little surprise of an album. Will definitely return to this.

Only really knew North Country Boy formally as it was on one of those Shine britpop indie compilations. Never inspired me to learn more about Charlatans. This is actually a very good album, one of the best British indie albums I would say. Sorry I didn't listen to it back in the nineties now. Probably missed some good gigs too as I had some mates into them and I just didn't get it. Ah well.

sooooo 90s (and very Oasis reminiscent). v solid album

Really good album.

3.75

Cool sound, Beatles-esque

amazing

Good 90s album. Reminds me a lot of Oasis. Good pop-alt tunes.

Love that more soulful dance style of Britpop on display here. Some really cool stuff throughout and gotta be a solid 7/10 record

Some great tracks on this.

This was much better than the reviews and global average made it seem. Very similar to Oasis in my head, but as I’m not much of a music scientist/historian I could be way off. Overall 3.75/5 easy

Solid indie

Bello, classico sound britpop con una serie di brani interessanti

What’s not to like? I’m over halfway through this 1001 list so I’m no longer taking the “must hear before you die” part seriously. If I can just get an enjoyable album that’s a good day. So… enjoy! (And don’t miss the latter tracks that have a great groove to them… “Get On It”!)

1995. Britpop. Guitarist said that artists like the Beach Boys and Beastie Boys inspired the album.

I really like this Brit Pop. Similar to Oasis who I like, and while I have heard of them, I am not sure I have heard the Charlatans.

Bracing myself for the eye rolls of others on this page. Yes, it’s Brit pop, yes it can feel safe, and perhaps a B-tec version of Oasis/Stone Roses, but HEAR ME OUT. Like others I only really know The Only One I Know and always enjoyed it as a song, reminding me of my time at uni being carefree and living like any other British teenager experiencing life away from home. The album is fun, the songs are catchy, they bring nostalgia, there’s a common thread through the songs but at the same time provide enough variety. Reading around the album and seeing that it was their fifth surprised me, so perhaps I will accept that it’s slightly playing safe. It reminded me of the later more polished Oasis albums where Liam’s vocals become less screechy and more melodic. But as a SOUND, do we enjoy? It’s a yes from me.

Was expecting another britpop album but I actually think they did a better job than others of the era being more experimental and trying different sounds and I think it works really well.

90’s classic from a quintessential 90’s band. Strong singles and some solid album tracks - one or two that I can take or leave but nothing terrible. Overall quality + nostalgia makes it a big thumbs up in my book. 4.2

I was getting a fair amount of Oasis vibes from this but I enjoyed it.

This was a fun album. Strong britpop but a lot more soul than Oasis and Blur and less dramatic than Pulp.

Loved this album, the first half was sensational but the second half did tail off. Probably enjoy more on a second listen

Classy

Quite enjoyable. Good old fashioned indie pop / rock

There are at least 3 Charlatan albums I like more than this with “Some Friendly’ being their best album by far. However, I love them and can listen to this all day.

Great Britpop

Old school cool

Výborný album. 4,5*, bavil ma od začiatku do konca. Skvelá atmosféra 90. rokov.

Veel beter dan verwacht. Relaxed maar toch goed

Really liked this one, they definitely sound a lot like the Stone Roses, real strong Madchester sound. Pretty consistent all the way through

Hubo varias canciones q me gustaron

Surprisingly good!!

Bizarro world Oasis comin in hot

Man, I love Inspiral Carpets. 4/5

I've never heard of this band before, so I have no idea what to expect from this album. • With No Shoes is a good opening track, I dig the guitar work. Some of the lines feel pretty Led Zeppelin-esque • I liked North Country Boy, it's energetic and doesn't plod along at any point. I really like the organ throughout the song • The title track is a bit of a step down in intensity, but it still sounds nice. The chord progression feels like a credits song • I really like the piano throughout One To Another • I'm really vibing with Area 51, it's a very cool instrumental • Only Teethin' is also good, I've enjoyed the majority of this album so far I quite liked this album, I thought it was a solid listen all the way through. I don't understand why it has a 2.9 rating here, I'd put it in the upper ranks of the albums I've listened to so far. The instrumentals definitely stole the show, to the point that I was often listening out for them over the vocals, but that's definitely not a bad thing. None of the songs stood out to me as being bad, but I definitely had my favourites. A really solid listen in my opinion. Favourite song: North Country Boy

First time listening to this. Yes, obviously very Oasis-like, but I like Oasis, so cool. Real good record.

Really good rock!

I really have nothing negative to say about this album. I got HUGE Oasis vibes from it. Very very solid all around and there wasn't a track on here that I disliked. Top tracks: With No Shoes, North Country Boy, Only Teething, Get On It

Can't say that I've heard of the Charlatans before this but I found myself enjoying this one quite a bit. It's not the best or most interesting britpop album I've heard, but it's a solid and rewarding listen.

really enjoyed this album!

Sixteen-year-old me would be giving this 6/5 and the 44-year-old version still has a finger hovering over a fifth, but I guess we've grown up, if only a little, since then. I still bloody love it, with One To Another an absolute all-timer for me and so much else on here besides despite the sad circumstances of its recording. Too big for its own boots, the sound almost splits at the seams at times - maybe it would have benefitted from tighter production, maybe it's just right the way it is given its flaws are some of my favourite things about it.

It's just part of knowing where you come from, being human Singing love songs can begin to fill your day Excellent record. Charlatans were on a storming run around this time.

I expected much less, but this was quite nice.

An often overlooked gem of 90s British indie that links together the Stone Roses with Britpop

Thought this was better than expected and remembered. Second half of LP really took off for me. If I could give it a more granular score would be like a 3.6 or thereabouts but I'll round up to 4.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The Charlatans. A band that was, for some reason, linked to the Madchester movement and sound, even though they were from the West Midlands. This is arguably their best album, despite the loss of Rob Collins to a car accident during recording, and even now it still sounds and feels great. Peppered with shades of the 60s, this is a good album. And while it's not entirely one I'd buy, I'm still going to give it a strong four and a half stars.

Probably my favourite Charlatans album, heavier guitars than usual, and a strong set of songs.

Banger album. Every single song was good, with the mellow-ish melodies, good guitar and drumming, and decent singing making for a great rock album. I can be very picky about my rock, and this album just hit the spot. That said, none of the songs were close to being a great one that would make a top-rock-songs list, so I have to keep it at a high 4.

Never heard of this one but liked it so much!!

Pleasant listening throughout the day

Pretty darn good

Great UK britpop/alt rock album from the late 90s which became a cult classic. They were more original than Oasis, with better songwriting and which resulted in a more compact album. One to Another stands out as a hit song. I think I slightly prefer their more psychedelic rock sound from the early 90s but this is a great album from the era. Rounded up to 4 stars .

This one I like. Kind of like Oasis meets punk and part grunge.

The Charlatans by numbers. A couple of acceptable tracks but mostly way past their best. A 2.5 for me

ok this was fire.

I've never heard any song from The Charlatans before (that I remember) and it was a nice surprise. Overall it is a great album and based on Wikipedia, it is one of their best which is a good entry point to the band.

Never heard of this band, and yet they have nearly 15 albums under their belts, most of which were successes. I'm vaguely familiar with the scene they were birthed out of, and my reaction to this album is the same as to other "Madchester" records coming out of the UK in the 80s and 90s on this list: The Stone Roses, New Order, and the Chemical Brothers to name a few standouts — I really love the blending of classic rock psychedelia with danceable grooves and incredibly catchy writing. This album definitely delivers on those fronts, and this era in general paved the way for the dance punk and IDM waves a decade later that injected intense manic energy and a more straight-forward dance sound, a favorite era of mine musically. And shout-out to Tony Wilson, co-founder of Factory Records who coined the term "Madchester." Legends saying legendary things!

8/10 consistent sound

A by the number Brit-pop album. Perfectly fine but nothing stood out. So why is this 3 star album getting 4 stars. This is our last album and we all got together to listen to it. Album 3, Experience 5.

It’s pretty standard britpop. But I like britpop! I wish I had heard some more of them back in the 90s. I may rated a tad higher because it’s our last album! We finished!

YEAH I loved this. Only Teething and Get On It were my favorites.

Quite a nice sound. Enjoyed it a lot more than expected. But retrospectively like the madchester sound more now than did when was happening. Probably enjoy this more than oasis, Yeah it follows the usual influences of what became britpop, but does it in a pleasant enough way, with an fluid and variable sound and with vocals that have a smooth flow to them. Nothing groundbreaking but this is a good listen for me, will be following up - 4 Star

Krass, wie stark das zum Teil nach den frühen dreckigen Oasis klingt, obwohl es die Band schon wesentlich länger gibt. Trotzdem auch ein gewisser Experimentierwille. Mir hat nicht alles gefallen, aber hier waren einige richtig starke Songs drauf.

Anfangs noch eher bei ner 3, kam der Spaß am Album im Verlauf. War gut, war cool, für mich aber dann auch nichts komplett Weltbewegendes.

Sometimes I wish I could go back to 1997 and listen to music like this come out in the moment again. I never heard of The Charlatans back then, but like I said in my Oasis review, there's something so nostalgic about this album to me. I just find comfort in the mid to late 90s rock sound.

I have an unfounded and unfair aversion to Tim Burgess - I think it was when we launched that cereal - but he's one of the best Britpop singers I think. There's a really good energy to a lot of this album, particularly on the big hits - North Country Boy, One To Another, How High and Tellin' Stories, and a lot of that is carried by Tim's vocals. All in all, it's not clever, but it's in the nostalgia sweet spot for me, and I think it stands up pretty well all told.

O álbum é excelente. Mas é impossível não achar que não é um Oasis 2. TRI x HBB Kai.

Typisch jaren '90 Britpop met zeurende zanger. Ik had het even geparkeerd, omdat ik het later eens goed wilde luisteren. Omdat ik bij de eerste luisterpoging niet erg geactiveerd raakte, maar wist dat het fijne How High op dit album staat. Lag het aan mijzelf, dat ik het allemaal even niet opnam, of is High High (ondanks dat juist dit nummer over de top zeurt) een uitzondering? Nou, een beetje van beide. De Britpop is op zichzelf vrij vergeetbaar. Wat verschil maakt is de (eveneens jaren '90) Chemical Brothers klank die vaak wordt meegegeven. Het meest duidelijk is dat bij de andere uitschieter (One to Another). Maar in de meeste gevallen is dit juist vrij subtiel. Zelf hoor ik het het liefst iets steviger terug. Maar muzikaal valt het wel te waarderen. De techniek of het kunstje wordt hier echt ondersteunend gebruikt.

Ik ben niet echt bekend met the Charlatans, maar vanaf de eerste klanken is onmiskenbaar duidelijk dat we hier met Britpop te maken hebben. Ietwat gruizige 90s gitaren en een ietwat verveelderige zanger. Het neigt meer naar Oasis dan naar Blur, als we de twee grootmachten uit die tijd erbij halen. En laat ik nu ook meer fan zijn van Oasis dan Blur, dus daar ben ik wel blij mee. Blijkbaar waren de bands ook fan van elkaar, want Cast No Shadow van Oasis gaat over Rob Collins, die zichzelf met een slok op uit zijn eigen auto lanceerde, aangezien hij geen gordel om had. Iets minder heroi(ni)sch dan een stevige overdosis, maar met een auto- of vliegtuigcrash doe je het ook altijd goed als artiest. Ik herken alsnog geen enkel nummer van ze, ook niet het zogenaamde hitje. Na even wat verder doorspitten, is hun eerdere hitje "The Only One I Know", dat meer richting de Madchester-sound gaat. Ja, dat is zo'n oorwurm die je wel continu overal hoort. Ze zijn blijkbaar een one-hit wonder gebleven? Ondanks dat ze nog aardig wat albums hebben uitgescheten. De snobs hebben dus dit keer niet gekozen voor het debuutalbum waar die oorwurm op staat, maar voor album nummer 5. Ik vermoed wel terecht, want het is hun best verkochte album. En ik ben blij met die keuze, want dit gaat er in als zoete koek, met name het eerste gedeelte. Op het eind van het album komt iets meer Madchester terug, maar ik geef het nog steeds een fijne dikke 4.

I really enjoyed Tellin' Stories (The album, not the action though i do sometimes enjoy doing the latter). I am often just a real sucker for indie rock and since this album falls under that genre, it is no surprise that i would like it. I already enjoy the typical indie rock staples of this album from most of the music to the vocals even if that's where this album gets it's britpop label. Though one other thing that really added to my enjoyment of this album was all the hip-hop elements in store, i thought that they gave this album some much needed variety. It isn't perfect, some of the songs are a bit samey but i still enjoyed this album quite a lot. Best Song: Get On It Worst Song: Area 51

I was not familiar with this band - which is odd because I really liked this style of alt-rock growing up. It’s like a mix of Oasis and Tom Petty - I really enjoyed it!

We enjoyed this album it was good 4 stars.

like this a lot 4.5/5

Side A is Dylan meets Oasis, which is fine if you’re into that, but I was surprised with the genre exploration on side B. Pleasant, well done, unexpected.

I haven't liked many of the British bands in the list, but this reminded me in a good way of the Wallflowers.

Maybe this just hit me on exactly the right day, but it really really grew on me as I listened through. Great soundtrack for driving around on a sunny crisp fall afternoon.

Good sound only gets better as the album goes on. I like the organ and looking at the band I think they have more keyboard in earlier album. Definitely something to sus.

Speaking of Charlatans, I see even writing reviews via AI has become too much for Dave A Group Of Trees. And he shags pasta. I find this a really difficult album to judge. Objectively I think it's probably a pretty ok effort. A bit baggy, a bit Britpop, very much of its era. It's fine, nothing more, nothing less. But I am scoring it a 4 because listening to this for the first time in about 25 years bowled me over with nostalgia. It made me all warm and fuzzy inside for a (probably mainly imagined) simpler time. A time of bucket hats and good drugs. A time when I was coming of age and learning about the world (and said good drugs). A time of hope. A time when Britain was leading the way in music, fashion, movies and art. A time when Britain was fucking cool. A time of Things Can Only Get Better Blair, not war criminal Blair. A time when bands could wrap themselves in the British flag without fear of association with hate filled gammons. A time that was...fun. Music is about the way it makes you feeeeellllllll maaaaaaannnnnn. Even if said feelings are informed largely by rose tinted fantasies.

Solid!

Way better than you’d think. “With No Shoes,” “North Country Boy,” and “How High” were surprisingly catchy. And they’re from Northwich. That bumps them up. Call me a Deviantart artist because I’m inflating their score.

rocks

Förlåt, varför var detta så oväntat bra? Väldigt oasisinspirerat med hela britpop grejen, men lite mera tunga grooves och ett annat slags låtskrivande? Första halvan bäst, andra halvan tappar en aaaaning

Feels like a movie soundtrack, full of nostalgia and energy

An upbeat Britpop gem made in the wake of keyboardist Rob Collins’ death. The band channels loss into energy and warmth, especially on standout track “One to Another.”

Great britpop opener. A very cool track. Very nice sound. The guitar and bass especially sound great. The vocalist has a Gallagheruesqe tone, which I like. Song 2 has great guitar parts. 4 is a very strong song. Banger. 5 is a great acoustic ballad. It's 3 1/5 but I'm generous today Great voice and lovely guitar work. 7, a bit uninspired instrumental track. Track 8 brings back high energy. But the song is not brilliant. 9 nice 10- very nice! Another instrumantal to finish the record. What can I say, I enjoyed this one! A good, consistent rock album. All players do good work. Should be on here. Nice indeed.

Decent late stage Britpop

It’s a great album includes some absolute classics it was nice to revisit it and I’m looking forward to the new release

I think I like this better than most of y'all even though I agree the almost all the arguments against it. I don't think they are the Temu Oasis. They are a blatant copy paste version of Oasis. But as I said with Shack the more they sound like The Beatles the more I will naturally like it. And these guys are quite Oasis level, but better than the other no name outside the UK Britpop. But considering Oasis is already on here, yeah this is not essential. It's got a fuzzy Beatlesque charm I dig... I also liked the blatant production homage to "Like a Rolling Stone" on "Get It On" 8.2 ★★★★

Черговий непоганий гурт з брітпоп ери. Я таку музику люблю, вона мене чомусь ностальгічно так повертає у часи дитинства, коли я дивився англійську прем'єр-лігу по телевізору й слухав всілякі там оазіси ітд ітп. Charlatans не такі відомі, але в мене колись був СД з їхніми бест хітс, то я любив послухати інколи. Гарний альбом, попав в настрій сьогодні.

Not sure how I missed them in the 90s... I was into a lot of similar bands. Glad I can make that up, now.

Wasn’t quite sure what to expect, but I do like it. I didn’t quite know what “Britpop” sounded like, but it sounds like Oasis and I like Oasis. I also like the throwback element in this, it reminds me of British rock from the 60s and 70s, and I love that kind of music. I can understand that some may find the vocals annoying, but I think they work. The riffs and hooks are really good. 4/5

Yes.

That was way better than the cover art would lead you to expect

This was a nice album to listen to. Very easy on the ears.

83% Best: With No Shoes; One To Another; How Can You Leave Us; Area 51; Only Teething Must-Hear? Sure

Proper brit rock.

Great album. 4/5

Always good to hear a UK band I'm not familiar with. This is a group that could easily enter the rotation!

I liked it

Pretty good. Sounds a lot like the Stone Roses

With no shoes was my favorite, i also liked youre a big girl now, overall a cool album i liked it, it does have a feeling of freedom to it

Had never heard this group before. Lots to appreciate. The arrangements are interesting, the grooves feel good. What a great band. Looks like I have a lot to catch up on in their catalog!

Great album. Never heard of them before. 90s Brit pop. Elements of some U2 or early Radiohead or even British version of Fountains of Wayne. Some good instrumentals too. Would definitely listen again

I enjoyed listening to this - it had a strong '90s sound. Don't think it should be on the list, though!

Oasis pero en vez cigarettes & alcohol son Vaper & Flat white Igual me gustó pero porque me gusta oasis creo

Great album. I met Tim Burgess on a train once and he was lovely so bonus points.

D’la bonne britpop!

The album was very Very good. Every tune was highly enjoyable and there was good pacing although it seemed to pester out towards the end

I have never heard this album before. The whole album fits that late 90s festival rock genre. It vibes like Remy Zero with a Southern USA church organ for a band that also has Oasis and early Radiohead overtones.

A pretty good album, I liked With No Shoes, Tellin' Stories, You're A Big Girl Now and How Can You Leave Us the most.

I liked the rock and roll

Best Songs: Tellin' Stories First time for me, a really solid album. The back half was not as strong as the first half or it would have been a 5.

Goes surprisingly hard

I will ignore how much these guys sound like Oasis because I like this album and I think it's pretty good. 4 Also, is the Baby Shark soundtrack on this list? Because it goddamn well better be!

Not too bad.

having only previously listened to the singles from this album I can confirm that those are the only good songs on the album, that said those are bangers! 3.5 stars

this feels like it comes from the period of buffy the vampire slayer 3.6

Enjoyed the Oasis-y vibe. Would listen again.

Surprised by the band. Had heard one or 2 songs. Coming before Oasis should give them a better context but it is what it is, Oasis did it better. This is am awesome album

Rätt bra! Lik mycket annan britpop. Trodde det var Ian Brown som sjöng först.

This was some good British 90s rock best played loud. Probably will keep listening to this album. I liked almost every song here, cept the closer. Rob didn’t need a theme. Straight 4/5

I have a vague memory of having listened to this before but it was apparently long ago and far away. So today I listened (again?) and, really dug it! Maybe in some alternate universe I'll get to listen to it for the first time again. I can only hope that I like it this much again..

Good britpop and an extra star for being from my home town

These guys sound like Oasis lite, and I'm not mad about it. Pretty solid Britpop/alt rock. Favorite songs: One to Another, Tellin' Stories, North Country Boy, With No Shoes, How High, Only Teethin', Get On It Least favorite songs: Rob's Theme 4/5

For a while, I’ve thought that The Charlatans were a spinoff of The Libertines. It didn’t take me long listening to this album for me to think that this sounds nothing at all like Peter Doherty, and that I’d mixed them up with the Bluetones. I did find myself thoroughly enjoying this album. Several songs from this are regularly played on the radio station I generally have on while working, so I felt very much in my element. This is great indie rock, and avoids being quite as annoying as some others despite the very northern accent (and I say this as someone with a very northern accent).

"Tellin' Stories" is the fifth studio album by British rock band the Charlatans. The music is described as a "Britpop, hip hop and rock album compared to works of Neil Young and Patti Smith." Keyboardist Rob Collins died in a car crash during the recording influencing the finishing of the album. Bandmembers included Tim Burgess (vocals), Jon Brooks (drums), Mark Collins (guitar, loops), Martin Blunt (bass) and Rob Collins (keyboards, backing vocals). Primal Scream's Martin Duffy finished the keyboards on the album after Collins' death. The album had mostly favorable reviews especially for its mix of genres. Commercially, it reached #1 in the UK. Reverbing edgy guitar and loops open the album in song "With No Shoes." A psychedelic vibe. Some scratching. Layered guitars. The band wanted a sound similar to Jon Martyn's "Solid Air." "North Country Boy" has more layered guitars which lead into drums. Clearer vocals by Burgess. The guitars remind me of "Let It Bleed" Stones. The lyrics describe a boy trying to cheer himself up. "Tellin' Stories" kicks up the pyschedelic level in the intro with various sounds, loops and guitar. The main song music is acoustic guitar, bass and percussion. Nice mix and here's your Britpop. A strings-led outro. The lead single "One to Another" begins with electric drums, wah-wah noises and piano. The song gets louder with guitar slashes. A boy is trying to stop his relationship from disintegrating. A hypnotic piano and distorted guitar outro. A R.E.M. "Document"-era guitar riff opens "How High." Loud vocals and a straightforward rock sound. It's about a pied piper-like persona influencing a young audience. There's an urgency to this song I like. I agree with the critic citing the albums' various genres as it's strengths. I heard Britpop, pyschedelic rock, hard rock, soul and blues. A bluesy Stones-esque guitar at times and elements of hip hop with the scratching and loops. There's various influences both heard and admitted by the band including Bob Dylan, Marvin Gaye, Jon Martyn and R.E.M. The band isn't afraid to just jam out including two instrumental songs. The album is well mixed and produced by Dave Charles, Ric Peel and the band. (I've been really lucky recently with albums regarding that.) There's a seriousness and professionalism about this about this album I really liked. Recommended!!!

I'm of the age where I could appreciate The Charlatans when they broke out, they're a tidy band, neither too flashy or underperforming, but there's no world where this album is in a list of albums you must listen too. You could give me the entire paper content of an office supply store and I still wouldn't get to this album on that list. Theres enjoyable stuff on here but its not even cracking any "best of 1997" top 10, it's not even their best album (that would be the following Us And Us Only album), it's not even their best "classic Rob Collins era" album (that would be the preceding eponymous The Charlatans album)... I can only assume it's here because it was their most commercially successful album (300,000 sold in the UK vs. their usual 100,000) and, honestly, a lot of that was attributed to the passing of Rob Collins the year prior and a hot set at Oasis' Knebworth shows. Can't blame them for riding that wave. Long way to say I do enjoy this album, its just not an all time album...

Classy

4.4

This was a decent album for Britpop. “How High” was the track I immediately recognized, thanks to its inclusion on Liam Prodigy’s DJ mix album The Dirt Chamber Sessions. Beyond that, I really enjoyed the neo-psychedelia elements and the subtle breakbeats used in the beats and percussion. Some parts of the album even reminded me of The Chemical Brothers, with certain sounds feeling very similar to what they were doing during this same era.

I enjoyed this very consistent album, which must've been tough to make after the loss of bandmate Rob Collins, whose organ playing was very a distinctive part of The Charlatans" sound. Liked Songs Added: North Country Boy One To Another Only Teethin'

Generic sounding Brit pop but good

I am just starting to understand British Pop. I had trouble getting into Definitely Maybe on this list as well as this album. I realized I was viewing them through the lens of Alternative or Indie Rock and while they fit somewhat in those genres, the currency they are really trading in is Pop. This album surprised me by using British Pop as a connective tissue for a blend of soul, psychedelic, and a little prog even. Very heady. I'm excited to explore the genre more.

I knew of them but wasn’t too familiar with their music. I was impressed and found the variety of styles on the album a treat.

more like 1001 britpop albums ive never heard of in my life!!!!!!!!!! more like!!! fr even just taking a cursory glance in various places does make this seem like a p interesting band, originating from baggy/madchester but staying commercially viable by transitioning to britpop that retains its clear connections to those scenes. these r all geographically connected scenes so im sure they werent the only britpop band to have good grooves and dancey type beats (esp since as this list has made clear idk shit ab this genre lmao) but its a good combination!!! very satisfying to listen to, if tbh a bit inherently exhausting, 47 minutes is toeing righttt up to the line of how much ambiguously smarmy britishness i can take. its not all that tho, last track is a tribute to their keyboardist who died partway through recording. not one of my fave records or anything, but one of those lil pockets of art and history i enjoy learning about on even briefly on this project

nice 90s britpop album. nothing mindblowing here. i'm american so i was unfamiliar with this one but it sounds like they were at least pretty popular in the uk at the time. it's very reminiscent of a lot of what oasis and blur were doing at the time period, but i definitely felt it was a step down from what i've heard from those two groups. not bad! just not the pinnacle of music either.

Consistently good listen. 4 stars or B-.

This album apparently gets a lot of hate for being generic late 90's Brit Pop. I guess I'm a fan of generic late 90's Brit Pop. This is the first time I've ever listened to this album and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

A less whiny Oasis. This was actually far better than I would have expected. Have probably heard odd tracks from the group but I would listen again happily. 4 stars just about.

Will listen again! No misfires. A little bit of Bob Dylan vibe now and then. What a nice surprise

This was a decent album for Britpop. “How High” was the track I immediately recognized, thanks to its inclusion on Liam Prodigy’s DJ mix album The Dirt Chamber Sessions. Beyond that, I really enjoyed the neo-psychedelia elements and the subtle breakbeats used in the beats and percussion. Some parts of the album even reminded me of The Chemical Brothers, with certain sounds feeling very similar to what they were doing during this same era.

## In-Depth Review of *Tellin’ Stories* by The Charlatans *Tellin' Stories*, released in 1997, marks a significant moment in the discography of The Charlatans, encapsulating themes of loss, resilience, and musical evolution. This review delves into the album's lyrics, music, production, themes, and influence while evaluating its pros and cons. ### ****Lyrics The lyrical content of *Tellin’ Stories* is deeply reflective and often poignant, shaped significantly by the tragic death of keyboardist Rob Collins during its production. Tim Burgess’s songwriting showcases a maturity that contrasts with earlier works, exploring complex emotions tied to love, loss, and existential musings. - **Emotional Depth**: Tracks like “How Can You Leave Us” poignantly express grief and confusion regarding Collins' passing. The lyrics convey a sense of desperation and longing: *“I don’t want to believe it, how can you leave us?”* This emotional resonance has allowed listeners to connect deeply with the song, making it a standout track. - **Introspection**: The title track “Tellin’ Stories” reflects on personal experiences and broader human conditions. Lines about finding guidance amid sorrow resonate with listeners who have faced similar struggles. - **Imagery and Themes**: The album employs vivid imagery to evoke feelings of nostalgia and introspection. Lyrics often juxtapose light and dark themes, such as hope against despair, which enhances the album's emotional complexity. ### ****Music Musically, *Tellin’ Stories* represents a blend of genres that showcases The Charlatans' evolution from their Madchester roots into a more diverse sound. - **Instrumentation**: The album features a rich tapestry of sounds. The opening track “With No Shoes” combines harmonica with echoing guitar reverb, setting an intriguing tone. The use of Rob Collins’ signature Hammond organ adds depth to many tracks, creating a lush sonic landscape. - **Song Structure**: Tracks like “North Country Boy” exemplify straightforward rock-pop structures infused with catchy riffs and infectious grooves. The rhythmic interplay between Martin Blunt’s bass and Jon Brookes’ drumming provides a solid foundation for Burgess’s melodic vocals. - **Production Quality**: Produced by the band alongside renowned producer Jim Lowe, the album exhibits high production values. The mixing allows each instrument to shine while maintaining a cohesive sound throughout the record. ### ****Themes Thematically, *Tellin’ Stories* navigates through personal loss, resilience in the face of adversity, and the pursuit of joy amidst sorrow. - **Grief and Loss**: Collins' death looms large over the album. Many songs reflect an undercurrent of mourning yet also celebrate life’s fleeting moments. This duality creates a compelling listening experience that resonates on multiple levels. - **Resilience**: Despite the tragedy surrounding its creation, the album embodies a spirit of perseverance. Songs like “How High” channel an energetic lust for life, encouraging listeners to embrace existence fully despite challenges. - **Nostalgia and Reflection**: The lyrics often evoke nostalgia for simpler times while reflecting on personal growth. This theme resonates with listeners navigating their own life transitions. ### ****Influence *Tellin’ Stories* has had a lasting impact on both fans and musicians alike. Its exploration of complex emotions set against a backdrop of engaging melodies has influenced various artists across genres. - **Cultural Context**: Released during the Britpop era, it stands apart from contemporaries by delving deeper into emotional territory rather than adhering strictly to the genre's typical themes of youth and rebellion. - **Legacy**: Over the years, *Tellin’ Stories* has been recognized as one of The Charlatans' defining works. It continues to be celebrated for its artistic integrity and emotional depth, influencing new generations of musicians who seek to blend introspective lyrics with diverse musical styles. ### ****Pros and Cons #### Pros: - **Emotional Resonance**: The album's exploration of grief is both heartfelt and relatable. - **Musical Diversity**: A successful blend of genres keeps the sound fresh throughout. - **High Production Quality**: Professional production enhances the listening experience. #### Cons: - **Niche Appeal**: Some listeners may find its introspective nature less accessible compared to more upbeat Britpop offerings. - **Tragic Context**: The circumstances surrounding its creation may overshadow some tracks for listeners unfamiliar with the band's history. - **Pacing Issues**: Certain songs might feel slower or less engaging compared to more energetic tracks on other albums from that era. ### Conclusion In conclusion, *Tellin’ Stories* by The Charlatans stands as a remarkable achievement in the band's career. Its poignant lyrics, diverse musicality, and thematic richness offer listeners an immersive experience that transcends time. While it may not appeal universally due to its introspective nature or tragic context, its influence on music remains undeniable. As fans continue to connect with its emotional depth, *Tellin' Stories* solidifies its place as a timeless classic in British rock history.

Good but I’d call it poor man’s oasis!

Another band I'd not really caught up with at the time. I rather enjoyed this album, which I suppose reflects a less derivative Britpop. This'll go on my Qobuz favourites and I'll listen to further Charlatans albums.

в целом очень понравилось особенно начало но шарлатанчики чето недотянули но заинтересовали поэтому сохранила себе парочку других альбомов заценю

необъяснимо теплые чувства к этой работе, что-то напоминает, но не могу вспомнить, ахуенчик

Never heard this album before. This reminds me of Jesus & Mary Chain, although the vocals sometimes are more Oasis-like. All in all, I really like it.

Not just wonderful because it meant so much to me as a young teenager. Still wonderful now. I had to hit repeat on the title track because it was so good to have it in my ears.

Great production and performances. A couple of bangers on here, too.

Fun britpop album. Since I've never heard of this band, this came as a nice surprise.

Surprisingly good

britpop that does the job well. nothing mindblowing but i don’t have any super negative thoughts about it

Really enjoyed this one. I can see where they would have been lost in the shuffle during the Oasis/Blur era -- but they felt like the best parts of the Stone Roses and Oasis with a more grounded lyricism. If you like British guitar rock, this will be a warm blanket for you. Unexpected bangers: With No Shoes, Tellin' Stories, How High

bra grejer. första låten är faktiskt ganska dålig. sjunger väldigt mycket om skor eller att vara barfota. men resten är gött sound. någon låt för långt men det kan jag ha överseende med i det här fallet.

While these guys really sound like wanna-be Oasis, they are quite good. I enjoyed this album.

Great. I always thought it would be.

He es isch sehr sehr guet. Leider würkli nöd so mini musig aber ich ha s gfühl ich sött es 4i geh wel i cha würkli nüt dra ussetze

mega oasis irgendwie. er singt chli wie de liam. seeehr cool. north country boy slappt gad au. guuete alt-rock. drums sind suuupergeil. titletrack het seeehr geile bass. one to another slappt jo heeeert. huere hässig. youre a big girl now gfallt mer meeega. so die unperfekt gitarre wo z zweite mengmol zeme mengmol gegenand spieled. how can you leave us au nice, piano sehr cool. area 51 isch chli 90s led zeppelin. aber halt nur instrumental und nöd sooo guet. how high isch definitiv schwächer als d songs vorher. only teethin isch chli smooth jazz? weisaunöd, aber nöd so cool wie vorher. refrain isch echt chli oasis avklatsch. get on it breakdown isch suuuper cool. ooooyeah. rob's theme isch halt ihren verstorbene pianist de rob. isch etz nöd viel aber cute. album isch fiiix e vieri.

This band brings me back to an era. The sound is so distinct to that time that it floods me with memories. Never heard this specific album before, but will look to listen to more of them in the future.

sounds soso much like oasis but i do like it better than oasis

Sounds a lot like Oasis, well ok it's Britpop, but operating in a lower league. With the sympathy factor I get to 4 stars.

Surprisingly good Britpop album. Some song tend to be similar to Oasis, but i was happy with this album

An enjoyable listen. Very Oasis sounding. Not sure who developed the sound first or if it that they came out of the same music scene.

Minus the last song everything was enjoyable enough. An inferior version of Oasis.

Oasis if they listened to Dylan instead of The Beatles. And actually still pretty good.

Not a clone band so much as a mashup of several bands. Not so much like any one band that would make it unoriginal.

3,6. Not great, not terrible.

juj Oasis meets Dylan prozódia:D meg még rengeteg mindennel amúgy, nekem ez volt a legérdekesebb benne, hogy milyen veszettül sok hatást lehetett felismerni, és mégis valami koherens lett belőle.

Good record. Probably one of my favourites from the Brit scene at the time.

This has a great sound, although maybe it is nostalgia for this kind of music since it was everywhere when I was a kid. Fave track: "One To Another."

Very nostalgic.

They sound super British but I really liked them!!

Was never on my radar, but should have been. And they should be bigger in the US. Oasisish.

Its just a very nice album

4/5

When I saw I had to listen to MORE British rock, I went in with pretty underwhelming expectations, but I'm happy to say I was pleasantly surprised. This album feels so 90's it's insane, and really does feel like exactly what Britpop should sound like. Nothing really /stood out/ to me per se, but as a record it was super enjoyable. I think North Country Boy was probably my favourite song though. This album was just cool and fun. Also the fact that their keyboardist died while recording this album so they drop him from the album cover and just give him a 3 minute organ solo at the end of the album is really funny to me. Rest in peace Rob Collins you got teleported to heaven through the sunroof of that E34 mate.

Nice.

Brit-pop feel to a lot of this, but they mix in some psychedelic, funky, 70's soul influenced hip-hop instrumentation too that makes it pretty interesting and unique. Definitely warrants a second listen to get it.

4/5

Reminded me of Oasis, who I love, but The Charlatans are definitely not nearly as good. But I still liked this.

Eine Entdeckung - mag ich ****

I was into some Brit Pop bands when I was younger, but I’ve really gotten into 80s/90s Brit Pop as an adult. Charlatans (UK) weren’t a band for me when I was a teenager. But they are now.

Is this good? Not sure. But it’s so 90s

Great

🎧This band sounds remarkably like Oasis and I’m here for it. Mad fer it even.

From memory was expecting this to be a solid 3, but then it left me in so much of a better mood than when I started. Also, always got time for Tim Burgess.

The Charlatans are cool. I hadn't ever heard much by them before, so it was nice to listen to a full album. It's got all the 90s stuff I love, but it's also very Bob Dylan-y and gets just weird enough at times.

I hate their dumb faces wow. I really wanted to dislike the album but it's actually pretty good.

A blast of Madchester Oasis vibes by way of Sone Roses. A real delight.

I liked this band. I liked the sound and vocals. Reminded of other 90’s alternative music.

I like it! And I’ve never heard them before. Sounds a bit like Oasis, but better vocals. I’m definitely adding this album to my pantry. Thank you kindly!

I liked it a lot. Vague memories of good days in the 80’s. That’s the power of music. I will visit this again.

album with really good songs and no bad songs, i enjoyed every track, was worth a listen and id go back to this.

right up my alley!!! - chord progression in with no shoes is mouthwateringly good - whiny singing we are so back

Great album.

Good

Very good album. Reminds me of high school into college.

I'm a Charlatans fan, and this is a very good album, though it is not my favorite by them. I actually like their 2001 album, "Wonderland" best, and like some of their other albums after that, a lot. To me, I prefer albums from other Brit rock/pop bands from the 90's, and while The Charlatans fit and made good music through that time, it wasn't until the end of the 90's and early 2000's that I felt like they started standing out, to me. However, "Tellin' Stories" is strong all the way through, and I didn't feel there was one bad song on it.

Sorta stone roses

Oasis, but if Matt Schultz from Cage the Elephant was the frontman. Not a single song I didn't like.

After listening 2-3 months, I was finally introduced to an artist I will listen to again. I had heard of the Charlatans but never listened to them before. Really enjoyed the rock elements and feeling like I was listening to something akin to Oasis and/or the Stone Roses.

Charlatans - Tellin' Stories 90s Britpop reminiscent of Oasis and Blur. This was my first time listening to the Charlatans and I think I'd go back an listen to this album and others by them. 4/5

It was a pleasant listen. I found it was very similar to Oasis. Not a copy, but something about it was similar.

Yet another Brit-pop album... I does seem like there's a lot of late 20th century UK bands (that I've never heard of) on this project. Whatever. Looking at Wikipedia, it seems these guys' claim to fame is touring in support of Oasis. Although this album did hit #1 in UK (but apparently did not chart in US). Whatever. This is my favorite (so far) of these, it doesn't sound like all the others. Good solid rock feel, the vocals aren't strained, the bass sounds good. The songs are pretty upbeat and catchy. I'll be listening to this again, I was thinking high 3, maybe round to 4. But the more I listened, the more I dug it. Easy 4

I have not heard of this band before but this album made me want to get into this type of music more. It reminded me of Oasis (typical British pop rock). All the tracks were good to listen to and my favorites were: One to another and How High. I’ll definitely listen again!

Really enjoyed the songs

Really good album.

The existence of a band called "The Charlatans" isn't entirely new to me, but if you had played this, without showing me the cover, I wouldn't have been able to guess. But I do know ~this music~. Duh. And you know what? "Tellin' Stories" is a nice version of that music. Really nice indeed. I don't care much for it, but it seems a shame these guys were overshadowed by that other band.

Good fun.

Quite liked it, but nothing really grabbed me.

Immediately knew they were Brits from album cover. Lots of the Smiths and Rolling Stones influence.

Shocked I had never heard of this group before. Solid brit rock a la Oasis.

Great work

4

8/10 - pretty tight but I think it’s a little weak next to the peers of their time

My Britpop streak is about two days in a row. I kinda love it (and I’d be opening to exploring more of it). The singer kinda has a weird voice. 4.3/5 Fav: “North Country Boy” Least Fav: “Tellin Stories”

Just what I needed. The palette seems normal but the melodies and form are top notch. I don't recall what any of it was about but it felt very meaningful

Likably loose and raffish. And it's quite warm and approachable, too, with neither too-manic energy nor overweening ambition. Danceable for those who like that sort of thing, but not insistent on the point. One likes the overall balance – ragged and crunching guitars that don’t dominate, the slurry and talky vocals, the chiming organ notes. Editors are right that it does seem a bridge from rave-y Madchester (without being too dazed or debauched) to Britpop (though less ironic and cynical). And there's more than a few classic rock moments, with licks that wouldn't sound out of place on a Faces record. The question one always wants to ask is how much of this did Oasis rip off from them and them from, say, Teenage Fanclub. But what a rich seam of Northern Soul it was, eh?

I was really surprised by this album, had not heard it before but I think it rips open sounding great. I much prefer it to Oasis at their height.. I must admit I ignored the lyrics but I think thats because the music was more interesting than I expected. the album felt like it lags about halfway through but some late songs are very nice... this hung somewhere between a 3 and 4 but I will say 4 because it definitely will go back and listen to several songs and may try to learn them.

Similar to Oasis but less annoying. Pretty good. Stand-out: How High

Rating: 7/10 Best songs: Tellin’ stories, One to another, How high

I liked the title track especially. This is better than I remember it from contemporary listening. I also liked the instrumental tracks quite a lot. Pretty nineties sounding, though.

Very good sound, similar to Oasis

really enjoy the Charlatans, or the Charlatans UK. I'm not sure why they needed that. This is a good album, and I'll listen to it again, even though there's not a chart topper here.

Solid brit-pop/rock, reminds me entirely of Oasis. Plenty of strong tracks, though North County Boy is probably the only one i would think is hit worthy. A couple of weird and instrumental pieces hold it back a little, but otherwise enjoyable.

Be my Spider-Woman I’ll be your Spider-Man.

I like it!!!! : )

Not big on hit singles, but sounds amazing

Darn good rock. 4 stars.

Didn't know what to expect. A lot of Brit-pop bands are hit and miss with me, but basically all I want to hear is crunchy, bright guitars, catchy songs and a band that is non-pretentiousness and passionate. Tellin' Stories checks most of those boxes and the music is enjoyable enough to not check my watch or to see when this would end. Maybe I underestimated the Charlatans or I had preconceived notions about the band, but whatever the reason, the music is fine and I'm glad I gave it a chance!

reminds me of music from Sing Street

The hoping track kind of grabbed me...then the album kind of turned a bit middle of the road...then there was a bit of variety to engage me again...then it fizzled out again. I guess it was fine, but not all that interesting.

Sort of an Oasis-y sounding band that I found quite pleasant to listen to. Plus they make liberal use of the rock organ which is always more than welcome to my ears. Nice!

Charlatan Heston

I liked this album!

This is fine. I suspect if it had the same sort of forced ubiquity as Oasis in the 90s I woulda hated it for much the same reason, but it didn't, so I don't. Fave tracks - "One to Another" is a tune, and "How High" I can appreciate, although would probably hate it if it got endlessly overplayed...

If you think “90s Brit-alt rock”, this album is basically exactly what you’d expect. The only thing that kind of irked me is that the vocalist sounds like he wants to be Billy Corgan but doesn’t have that voice.

3.5 stars. More from the 'Madchester' britpop genre, that gives a summer Oasis-y sound. And while it isn't quite as good as Stone Roses, it is catchy. Lot's of keyboard effects that set the listener squarely in the 90's. Overall there aren't major standouts nor are there duds, just a front to back decent listen.

I will acknowledge that this is Oasis light and probably shouldn’t be on the list. However, it’s fun, power pop music that I really like.

It starts off as typical brit-pop but has some nice experimentation, especially later in the album. The majority of the songs sound a lot like Oasis, but to The Charlatans credit, its like if Oasis stopped writing the same few songs over and over and actually tried something different.

first listen great britpop

Would have loved this when I was younger but there are other bands of the same era that do the same thing better and more timelessly.

What's the difference between Charlatans and Charlatans UK? ... I dunno, that's a serious question. Listened to this with a loose idea of these guys, was much more contemporary than I thought it would've been... I was thinking these were late '80s / early 90's but they sound a lot like Oasis only less polished, plastic and perfect. Damn, I hate Oasis. Didn't mind this listen, was very Britty-gritty 90's and got into the music. They sound a lot like one of my guilty pleasures, a band called Oasis.

I don't know what they are trying to say calling themselves the Charlatans. Are they falsely claiming to have a special knowledge or skill? Are they frauds? I actually think that description applies much more to Oasis, but mostly because the Gallagher brothers seem to have an inflated estimate of their importance. I dig this rockier, more self-effacing version of Britpop.

7/10. I'm still not confident on whether the album cover has four different guys, or one guy four times.

I hope everyone knows these are mostly just notes for the future me. I liked this. Listen again.

Yet another great find. I don't know how I missed this, the timeline is right in my wheelhouse. Great 90s non-grunge rock

Bellissimo e un punto storico del brit pop, è la svolta per lo stile dei charlatans e il momento in cui la loro musica matura veramente, tutto quanto. Preferisco Tellin' Stories e il loro acid pop un po' più immaturo e onestamente più creativo

While there is alot of Britpop on this list, this one wasn’t as insufferable as the rest. Quite enjoyable actually.

Definitely has that 90's midlands sound, reminiscent of Oasis and later Kasabian to a certain extent, but their own twist. An enjoyable album and one I saved a number of songs to a rock playlist to revisit later.

peak charlatans - still a bit of filler, but all fine

Been a while since I listened to it. Lots of brilliant songs and a bit of filler. High 4 is probably fair.

I'm not a fan of britpop in general, which is why I didn't expect to enjoy this album. Sometimes it's nice to be mistaken. While I did find the vocals a bit annoying at times, it's the instrumentation that makes this album actually interesting and gives it a lot of variety.

Reminded me of Oasis. 4 stars.

It's like Oasis but I like it

I had pretty low expectations going into this album, but it was really fun, and I enjoyed it. When it popped up for me today, my first thought was "hooray, another album by Great Value Oasis." I'm glad that I was wrong. I loved that that the songs here had such a wide variance in sounds, especially the blues-ier songs like "How High." I love good keyboard parts, and this album definitely delivered on that, especially with "Get On It" and "Only Teething," both of which reminded me of Primal Scream (after reading about the album on Wikipedia, I was blown away to learn that Primal Scream's keyboardist helped finish the album after the original keyboardist died in a car accident. Sometimes my ears surprise me with what they can pick up). I loved "With No Shoes" and "Tellin' Stories" as well. The instrumentation and vocals on this album were really great, and while the sound here definitely has the 90's BritPop feel, this album manages to remain unique. I will definitely listen to this album again.

Easy listen, good album. Never listened to them before but enjoyed this

Sounds liked they're trying to be someone else, 'get on it' just sounds like their big rolling stones number. Enjoyed the listen though, might listen to again.

Even though it’s a bit too similar to oasis, this album started out super strong with the first 3-4 songs being great. I got somewhat tired of it by the end though so it’s a low 4. One to to another or north country boy are probably my favs.

Good

Surprised at how strong this was, however, it sounds like how a YouTube video looks when it's not properly loaded and you need to pause for it to figure it all out. A great record.

I never understood why these guys weren't bigger. They had all the bits of Britpop I liked, just with better guitar (and everything else) tones.

Enjoyed the album, good riffs, good singing

Pretty good album

oasis

Lovely album with some great tunes

some oasis-a-like but good

Really really good, but not quite brilliant - so I guess it'll be 4 🌟! The big hits and that title track are the most immediate, but it's all pretty solid - just missing a bit of spark in my opinion

Wasnt to sure about it from first few tracks. But 'one to another' onwards was completely on board. Madchester innit

Loved this. Hints of Dylan, Jeff Buckley, smashing pumpkins. Good melodic rock

Really chill Brit-Pop album, really good sounds, singer left something to be desired, but that's honestly just my personal preference for vocals

This is a solid brit-pop brit-rock album. These guys were definitely up there with Oasis. I like, but don't LOVE brit-pop, but even so - this album is pretty darn good, and there's a few songs I have taken from it (With No Shoes and One to Another)

This is how English rock singers and indie rock bands were supposed to sound, circa 1992 – just the slightest sneering to the singing and the loosest . So call it state-of-the-art. This band is in one’s sweet spot, both temporally (i.e., era) and stylistically (i.e., a phile of Britpop in all its forms). But the operative question here is how well it holds up, and the answer is, very well.

I certainly get the Oasis vibe with this one, but don't hold it against them and thought the whole album had a nice groove to it.

Bold and brash, full of ego. The vocals hover a little around Liam territory - not surprising given the Britpop territory at the time. This reminds me of listening to The Evening Session every night. The Charlatans always seemed to have a single out - a bit like The Smiths a decade earlier. North Country Boy bit of an anthem; there's a killer bass on One to Another. This was the start of the more thoughtful songwriting from the band. Tremendous stuff.

4/5. Psychedelic oasis Radiohead Brit-pop pretty good except for Big Girl song

I wasn't sure if I was familiar with the band until I saw them listed as The Charlatans UK. All of the music on Tellin' Stories was new to me, and I couldn't say if I've heard anything from this band before. The Charlatans seemed like they would fit in with Blur, James, Oasis, and the Verve. "One to Another", "Area 51" and "Only Teethin'" were saved to my personal playlist. I'd be interested in hearing more from this band.

Solid, enjoyable Britpop album. Great, catchy songs with a mostly low key vibe that is hitting me just right today. This is an album I think I'll be coming back to. Fave Songs: Get on It, Only Teething, How Can You Leave Us, Tellin' Stories, You're a Big Girl Now, North Country Boy, How High

One of the Best by the Charlatans. One of the Best from the UK indie dance rock era in the 90’s.

Wat standaard alternative rock. Goed album, maar springt er niet persé uit

Aww yeah pour that BritPop on me!

Wish.com version of oasis/blur. Very good though

Cool and edgy still

Sunny slice of 90s indie... nice

Wow that was a 90s band for sure. I thought it was good but not terribly distinguishable from other core 90s bands. I felt I was hearing a sound like Foo Fighters and Filter when I was listening to them. Solid and well done but not 5/5.

very listenable pop music

An album from my university days! I loved listening to this again! It seemed so familiar, yet it is old. I can’t help but think it is timeless in its melodies and smart lyrics.

Proper britpop

Great album, brought back memories of growing up in the 90s.