Model (album)

Model
Studio album by
Wallows
ReleasedMay 24, 2024 (2024-05-24)
Recorded2023
Genre
Length37:33
LabelAtlantic
Producer
Wallows chronology
Tell Me That It's Over
(2022) 		Model
(2024)
Singles from Model
  1. "Your Apartment"
    Released: February 16, 2024
  2. "Calling After Me"
    Released: March 21, 2024
  3. "Bad Dream"
    Released: April 26, 2024
  4. "A Warning"
    Released: May 10, 2024
  5. "You (Show Me Where My Days Went)"
    Released: May 21, 2024

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

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.[5][6] 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 accompanied by a music video which premiered on their YouTube channel three days later.[7]

On March 11, the band released a promotional short film shot in the Kia Forum announcing the Model World Tour, on which they will be supported by Benee for their North American leg.[8][9]

Critical reception

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
Clash8/10[10]
DIY[11]
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.[12] Writing for NME, Anagricel Duran found that the album did not take enough creative risks in comparison to the band's previous releases and felt "bogged down by a few too many wet ballads".[3]

Track listing

All tracks are written by Braeden Lemasters, Dylan Minnette, and Cole Preston, with additional writers noted below.

Model track listing
No.TitleWriter(s)Length
1."Your Apartment"Nate Mercereau3:18
2."Anytime, Always"Sachi DiSerafino2:04
3."Calling After Me"John Congleton, Blake Slatkin3:07
4."Bad Dream"Rick Nowels3:30
5."A Warning"
  • Matthew Compton
  • Lars Stalfors
3:34
6."I Wouldn't Mind" 2:10
7."You (Show Me Where My Days Went)" 2:47
8."Canada"Mercereau2:51
9."Don't You Think It's Strange?" 3:27
10."She's an Actress"Mercereau3:33
11."Going Under"Mercereau2:51
12."Only Ecstasy" 4:21
Total length:37:33

Personnel

Wallows

  • Braeden Lemasters – vocals (tracks 1–7, 9, 11), electric guitar (1–9, 11, 12), acoustic guitar (5, 11), synthesizer (11)
  • Dylan Minnette – vocals (all tracks), bass guitar (tracks 1–5, 7–12), bass synthesizer (7, 9), synthesizer (8)
  • Cole Preston – drums, percussion (all tracks); synthesizer (tracks 1, 3–12), bass synthesizer (1, 3, 4, 6, 8–12), piano (2, 4, 5, 8, 10–12), vocals (2, 6), electric guitar (3, 4, 6, 7, 10)

Additional contributors

Charts

Chart performance for Model
Chart (2024) Peak
position
Australian Albums (ARIA)[13] 14
French Physical Albums (SNEP)[14] 134
Hungarian Physical Albums (MAHASZ)[15] 40
Scottish Albums (OCC)[16] 8
UK Albums (OCC)[17] 38
US Billboard 200[18] 28
US Top Rock & Alternative Albums (Billboard)[19] 7

References

  1. ^ a b Duran, Anagricel (May 24, 2024). "Wallows – Model review: indie-pop that stays in the comfort zone". NME. Retrieved May 26, 2024.
  2. ^ Morrison, Sarah (May 23, 2024). "Wallows Strike A Pose That Sticks With Model". Range. Retrieved May 26, 2024.
  3. ^ a b c Muir, Jamie. "Wallows – Model: A stunning, natural evolution into their next chapter". Dork.
  4. ^ Hardman, Neville (February 16, 2024). "Wallows return with wistful single "Your Apartment"". Alternative Press. Retrieved May 30, 2024.
  5. ^ White, Logan (March 5, 2024). "Wallows announce new album 'Model' + new single coming 3/21". Substream Magazine. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
  6. ^ "Wallows Announce New LP "Model," Tease Latest Single "Calling After Me"". FLOOD. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
  7. ^ Mier, Tomás (May 24, 2024). "Wallows Celebrate Album 'Model' by Destroying Their Apartment in 'You' Video". Rolling Stone. Retrieved August 10, 2024.
  8. ^ Mier, Tomás (March 11, 2024). "Wallows Will Celebrate Album 'Model' With Their 'Biggest and Best' Tour Yet". Rolling Stone. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
  9. ^ Garcia, Thania (March 11, 2024). "Wallows Announce Their Biggest Tour Yet With Dreamlike Short Film, Tease Upcoming Single (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
  10. ^ deHollogne, Lauren (May 23, 2024). "Wallows – Model". Clash. Retrieved May 28, 2024.
  11. ^ Terry, Jack (May 10, 2024). "Wallows - Model review". DIY. Retrieved May 28, 2024.
  12. ^ Slabosz, Jacob (May 24, 2024). "Review | 'Model' revitalizes Wallows' sound, falls flat with repetition". The Daily Illini. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
  13. ^ "ARIA Top 50 Albums Chart". Australian Recording Industry Association. June 3, 2024. Retrieved May 31, 2024.
  14. ^ "Top Albums - SNEP". SNEP. Archived from the original on June 13, 2024. Retrieved June 13, 2024.
  15. ^ "Album Top 40 slágerlista (fizikai hanghordozók) – 2024. 22. hét". MAHASZ. Retrieved June 6, 2024.
  16. ^ "Official Scottish Albums Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved June 1, 2024.
  17. ^ "Official Albums Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved June 1, 2024.
  18. ^ "Wallows Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Retrieved June 4, 2024.
  19. ^ "Wallows Chart History: Top Rock & Alternative Albums". Billboard. Retrieved June 4, 2024.