Complete List Of Everclear Albums And Songs

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Everclear was formed in 1991 in Portland, Oregon, by lead vocalist and guitarist Art Alexakis. The band gained fame for its energetic, raw sound, blending elements of grunge, punk, and pop into a style often categorized as alternative rock. Over the years, the lineup has seen several changes, but Alexakis has remained the constant driving force as the band’s frontman.

Everclear has released nine studio albums of original material, starting with World of Noise in 1993, recorded on a shoestring budget and capturing the band’s early sound. They achieved mainstream success with Sparkle and Fade in 1995, which included the hit “Santa Monica,” and their third album, So Much for the Afterglow in 1997, which included hits such as “Father of Mine” and “I Will Buy You a New Life.” So Much for the Afterglow eventually went double platinum in the United States. The band’s music often explores themes of personal struggle and redemption, elements drawn heavily from Alexakis’ own life experiences.

The band’s peak commercial success continued with So Much for the Afterglow and its 2000 follow-up, Songs from an American Movie Vol. One: Learning How to Smile, which reached number 9 on the Billboard 200. Their singles, especially “Father of Mine” and “Wonderful,” also reached the Billboard Hot 100. Everclear later released Songs from an American Movie Vol. Two: Good Time for a Bad Attitude, Slow Motion Daydream, Welcome to the Drama Club, Invisible Stars, and Black Is the New Black.

In addition to their nine studio albums of original material, Everclear has released live recordings, compilations, covers collections, and albums built around new recordings of earlier songs. These include Ten Years Gone: The Best of Everclear 1994–2004, The Vegas Years, In a Different Light, Return to Santa Monica, and Live at the Whisky a Go Go. The band also released the Live from Toronto EP in 1998. In 2025, Sparkle and Fade received a 30th Anniversary Remastered Deluxe Edition; this was an expanded reissue and is not counted as a new studio album.

EVERCLEAR STUDIO ALBUMS

World of Noise (1993)

Released: December 10, 1993

World of Noise is Everclear’s debut studio album, signaling the raw, energetic sound that would later define the band’s music. The album was a modest beginning, garnering local attention in the Pacific Northwest. Produced by Art Alexakis and recorded in a basement in Portland on a very low budget, it captures the band’s early punk, grunge, and rock influences. Everclear, at this point, included Art Alexakis on vocals and guitar, Craig Montoya on bass, and Scott Cuthbert on drums. The album was originally released by the independent Tim/Kerr label and was reissued by Capitol after the band signed with the label.

CD Track Listings:

1. “Your Genius Hands” – 2:44
2. “Sick & Tired” – 3:54
3. “The Laughing World” – 2:04
4. “Fire Maple Song” – 4:15
5. “Pennsylvania Is…” – 2:25
6. “Nervous & Weird” – 2:31
7. “Malevolent” – 2:33
8. “Sparkle” – 2:39
9. “Trust Fund” – 1:52
10. “Loser Makes Good” – 2:54
11. “Invisible” – 2:54
12. “Evergleam” – 2:51

Sparkle and Fade (1995)

Released: May 23, 1995

Sparkle and Fade catapulted Everclear into mainstream success, largely due to the hit single “Santa Monica,” which helped the album reach number 25 on the Billboard 200. This album’s sound is a mix of grunge and alternative rock, reflecting darker lyrical themes compared to their debut. The album was recorded at studios including Smart Studios in Madison, Wisconsin, A&M Studios in Hollywood, Electric Lady Studios in New York, and Rondor Studios in Los Angeles. Art Alexakis produced the album, with Brian Malouf and Michael Douglass also receiving production credits. A 30th Anniversary Remastered Deluxe Edition was released in 2025.

CD Track Listings:

1. “Electra Made Me Blind” – 3:43
2. “Heroin Girl” – 2:23
3. “You Make Me Feel Like a Whore” – 2:47
4. “Santa Monica” – 3:11
5. “Summerland” – 3:42
6. “Strawberry” – 2:35
7. “Heartspark Dollarsign” – 2:52
8. “The Twistinside” – 4:37
9. “Her Brand New Skin” – 2:02
10. “Nehalem” – 1:53
11. “Queen of the Air” – 2:59
12. “Pale Green Stars” – 4:17
13. “Chemical Smile” – 1:49
14. “My Sexual Life” – 3:51

So Much for the Afterglow (1997)

Released: October 7, 1997

So Much for the Afterglow is Everclear’s third studio album and includes hits such as “Father of Mine,” “I Will Buy You a New Life,” and “Everything to Everyone.” The album peaked at number 33 on the Billboard 200 and was certified double platinum in the United States. It was produced by Art Alexakis with Neal Avron and additional production contributions from Lars Fox and others. The original CD contained “Hating You for Christmas” as a hidden song following “Like a California King”; current digital editions separate it as its own track.

Current Digital Track Listings:

1. “So Much for the Afterglow” – 3:54
2. “Everything to Everyone” – 3:20
3. “Ataraxia (Media Intro)” – 0:35
4. “Normal Like You” – 3:13
5. “I Will Buy You a New Life” – 3:58
6. “Father of Mine” – 3:51
7. “One Hit Wonder” – 3:28
8. “El Distorto de Melodica” – 3:07
9. “Amphetamine” – 3:35
10. “White Men in Black Suits” – 3:32
11. “Sunflowers” – 3:48
12. “Why I Don’t Believe in God” – 4:17
13. “Like a California King” – 3:36
14. “Hating You for Christmas” – 3:33

Songs from an American Movie Vol. One: Learning How to Smile (2000)

Released: July 11, 2000

This album represents a departure into a more polished and pop-oriented sound for Everclear. It features the hit “Wonderful,” which greatly contributed to the album reaching number 9 on the Billboard 200. The album combines rock elements with pop and orchestral arrangements. Produced by Art Alexakis with collaborators including Lars Fox and Neal Avron, this album showcases the band’s versatility and ability to craft catchy pop-rock songs.

Original CD Track Listings:

1. “Song from an American Movie, Pt. 1” – 1:39
2. “Here We Go Again” – 4:10
3. “A.M. Radio” – 3:56
4. “Brown Eyed Girl” – 4:21
5. “Learning How to Smile” – 3:50
6. “The Honeymoon Song” – 3:38
7. “Now That It’s Over” – 3:49
8. “Thrift Store Chair” – 2:08
9. “Otis Redding” – 3:56
10. “Unemployed Boyfriend” – 4:15
11. “Wonderful” – 5:01
12. “Annabella’s Song” – 4:35

Songs from an American Movie Vol. Two: Good Time for a Bad Attitude (2000)

Released: November 21, 2000

The follow-up to their earlier 2000 release, Songs from an American Movie Vol. Two: Good Time for a Bad Attitude, delves back into a heavier rock sound. This album includes the forceful single “When It All Goes Wrong Again,” which exemplifies the band’s return to their harder rock side. The album did not achieve the same level of commercial success as its predecessor, peaking at number 66 on the Billboard 200.

CD Track Listings:

1. “When It All Goes Wrong Again” – 3:48
2. “Slide” – 3:48
3. “Babytalk” – 3:02
4. “Rock Star” – 3:29
5. “Short Blonde Hair” – 3:24
6. “Misery Whip” – 4:20
7. “Out of My Depth” – 4:32
8. “The Good Witch of the North” – 2:39
9. “Halloween Americana” – 3:19
10. “All Fucked Up” – 3:20
11. “Overwhelming” – 4:03
12. “Song from an American Movie, Pt. 2” – 4:52

Slow Motion Daydream (2003)

Released: March 11, 2003

Slow Motion Daydream continues to explore thematic elements of disillusionment and societal critique. The album includes “Volvo Driving Soccer Mom,” which became Everclear’s final single to place on a Billboard song chart. Slow Motion Daydream peaked at number 33 on the Billboard 200. Produced by Art Alexakis with additional production from Lars Fox, the album was recorded primarily at Kung Fu Bakery in Portland.

CD Track Listings:

1. “How to Win Friends and Influence People” – 3:33
2. “Blackjack” – 2:51
3. “I Want to Die a Beautiful Death” – 3:30
4. “Volvo Driving Soccer Mom” – 3:13
5. “Science Fiction” – 2:43
6. “New Blue Champion” – 3:51
7. “TV Show” – 4:10
8. “Chrysanthemum” – 1:38
9. “Sunshine (That Acid Summer)” – 4:28
10. “A Beautiful Life” – 4:47
11. “The New York Times” – 4:17
12. “White Noise” – hidden track

Welcome to the Drama Club (2006)

Released: September 12, 2006

Welcome to the Drama Club marked a comeback with a new lineup and a fresh approach, blending pop sensibilities with Everclear’s traditional alternative rock sound. Tracks like “Hater” and “Under the Western Stars” stand out for their lyrical depth. Contrary to earlier versions of this article, the album did enter the Billboard 200, peaking at number 169, and reached number 11 on the Independent Albums chart.

CD Track Listings:

1. “Under the Western Stars” – 5:12
2. “Now” – 3:29
3. “Shine” – 3:51
4. “Hater” – 4:12
5. “The Drama King” – 3:49
6. “Glorious” – 3:42
7. “Taste of Hell” – 4:02
8. “Portland Rain” – 5:32
9. “A Shameless Use of Charm” – 3:33
10. “Clean” – 3:32
11. “Broken” – 4:19
12. “Your Arizona Room” – 9:27

Invisible Stars (2012)

Released: June 26, 2012

Invisible Stars was the first Everclear album of new material in six years, blending modern influences with the band’s classic sound. The album peaked at number 119 on the Billboard 200 and included “Be Careful What You Ask For” and “Santa Ana Wind.” Produced by Art Alexakis and Stuart Schenk, the album reflects both the band’s established rock energy and Alexakis’ increasingly reflective songwriting.

CD Track Listings:

1. “Tiger in a Burning Tree” – 1:49
2. “Falling in a Good Way” – 2:08
3. “Be Careful What You Ask For” – 3:21
4. “Volcano” – 3:26
5. “Santa Ana Wind” – 4:19
6. “Wishing” – 3:54
7. “I Am Better Without You” – 3:53
8. “Aces” – 2:00
9. “Jackie Robinson” – 3:54
10. “The Golden Rule” – 2:17
11. “Rocket for the Girl” – 3:07
12. “Promenade” – 4:09

Black Is the New Black (2015)

Released: April 28, 2015

Black Is the New Black presents a more aggressive and hard-edged sound, emphasizing darker themes and heavier rock influences. Recorded at Think Loud Studios in York, Pennsylvania, and Ultra Sound Studios, the album was produced by Art Alexakis with Grant McFarland and Carson Slovak. It remains Everclear’s ninth studio album of original material.

CD Track Listings:

1. “Sugar Noise” – 3:12
2. “The Man Who Broke His Own Heart” – 3:56
3. “American Monster” – 3:15
4. “Complacent” – 3:28
5. “You” – 3:52
6. “This Is Your Death Song” – 2:25
7. “Simple and Plain” – 3:25
8. “Anything Is Better Than This” – 3:09
9. “Van Gogh Sun” – 4:27
10. “Pretty Bomb” – 3:02
11. “Safe” – 5:32

EVERCLEAR LIVE, RE-RECORDED, AND COMPILATION ALBUMS

Ten Years Gone: The Best of Everclear 1994–2004 (2004)

Released: October 5, 2004

Ten Years Gone: The Best of Everclear 1994–2004 was the band’s first major greatest-hits collection. The Capitol compilation combines the band’s best-known singles and album tracks with several less common recordings.

CD Track Listings:

1. “Wonderful” – 4:41
2. “Santa Monica” – 3:11
3. “Everything to Everyone” – 3:20
4. “A.M. Radio” – 3:56
5. “Volvo Driving Soccer Mom” – 3:15
6. “I Will Buy You a New Life” – 3:56
7. “Learning How to Smile” – 3:51
8. “Strawberry” – 2:33
9. “Local God” – 3:54
10. “Summerland” – 3:42
11. “Fire Maple Song” – 4:11
12. “When It All Goes Wrong Again” – 3:48
13. “Father of Mine” – 3:47
14. “The Boys Are Back in Town” – 4:12
15. “Heroin Girl” – 2:25
16. “Brown Eyed Girl” – 4:20
17. “Sex with a Movie Star (The Good Witch Gone Bad)” – 4:00
18. “The New Disease” – 3:47
19. “The New York Times” – 4:13
20. “Song from an American Movie, Pt. 1” – 1:38
21. “Rock Star” – 3:30

The Best of Everclear (2006)

Released: October 17, 2006

CD Track Listings:

1. “Santa Monica” – 3:13
2. “Everything to Everyone” – 3:21
3. “Heartspark Dollarsign” – 2:53
4. “Brown Eyed Girl” – 4:22
5. “Sunflowers” – 3:49
6. “When It All Goes Wrong Again” – 3:49
7. “So Much for the Afterglow” – 3:55
8. “One Hit Wonder” – 3:30
9. “Out of My Depth” – 4:34
10. “Annabella’s Song” – 4:55

The Vegas Years (2008)

Released: April 15, 2008

The Vegas Years is a compilation of cover songs Everclear recorded at different points in the band’s career, combining previously issued tracks with additional recordings.

CD Track Listings:

1. “Rich Girl” – 2:26
2. “Our Lips Are Sealed” – 2:45
3. “The Boys Are Back in Town” – 4:41
4. “Bad Connection” – 3:40
5. “Kicks” – 2:41
6. “Pocahontas” – 3:18
7. “Night Train to Memphis” – 2:05
8. “This Land Is Your Land” – 3:07
9. “American Girl” – 3:29
10. “Brown Eyed Girl” – 4:03
11. “Southern Girls” – 2:51
12. “Land of the Lost” – 3:40
13. “Speed Racer” – 2:24
14. “Live Intro” – 0:38
15. “867-5309 (Jenny)” – 3:46

In a Different Light (2009)

Released: October 6, 2009

In a Different Light consists primarily of newly recorded, more subdued reinterpretations of earlier Everclear songs, along with newer material. It is not counted among the band’s nine studio albums of original material.

CD Track Listings:

1. “Everything to Everyone” – 3:18
2. “Wonderful” – 4:21
3. “At the End of the Day” – 4:40
4. “Santa Monica” – 3:54
5. “Summerland” – 4:07
6. “Here Comes the Darkness” – 4:52
7. “Father of Mine” – 3:51
8. “Fire Maple Song” – 4:15
9. “Rock Star” – 3:19
10. “Learning How to Smile” – 4:08
11. “I Will Buy You a New Life” – 4:35

Return to Santa Monica (2011)

Released: September 27, 2011

Return to Santa Monica combines newly recorded versions of Everclear’s best-known songs with covers of tracks by Tom Petty, Steve Miller Band, Death Cab for Cutie, The Police, and Van Morrison. Because it is built around re-recordings and covers rather than a new set of original Everclear material, it is not counted among the band’s nine conventional studio albums.

CD Track Listings:

1. “Santa Monica” – 3:14
2. “Wonderful” – 4:23
3. “Father of Mine” – 3:54
4. “I Will Buy You a New Life” – 3:54
5. “Everything to Everyone” – 3:21
6. “I Won’t Back Down” – 3:06
7. “Unemployed Boyfriend” – 4:06
8. “The Joker”
9. “I Will Follow You Into the Dark” – 2:38
10. “Every Breath You Take”
11. “A.M. Radio” – 3:56
12. “Brown Eyed Girl” – 4:11

Greatest Hits (2011)

Released: December 27, 2011

Greatest Hits is a digital Cleopatra Records compilation derived from the same re-recording sessions used for Return to Santa Monica.

Track Listings:

1. “Santa Monica” – 3:14
2. “Wonderful” – 4:23
3. “Father of Mine” – 3:55
4. “I Will Buy You a New Life” – 3:54
5. “Everything to Everyone” – 3:21
6. “A.M. Radio” – 3:56
7. “Unemployed Boyfriend” – 4:06
8. “I Won’t Back Down” – 3:06
9. “I Will Follow You Into the Dark” – 2:38
10. “Brown Eyed Girl” – 4:11

The Very Best of Everclear (2014)

Released: May 13, 2014

The Very Best of Everclear is a Cleopatra Records compilation built from the same twelve recordings found on Return to Santa Monica, issued under a new title for vinyl release.

Track Listings:

1. “Santa Monica”
2. “Wonderful”
3. “Father of Mine”
4. “I Will Buy You a New Life”
5. “Everything to Everyone”
6. “I Won’t Back Down”
7. “Unemployed Boyfriend”
8. “The Joker”
9. “I Will Follow You Into the Dark”
10. “Every Breath You Take”
11. “A.M. Radio”
12. “Brown Eyed Girl”

Live at the Whisky a Go Go (2023)

Released: September 8, 2023

Live at the Whisky a Go Go is Everclear’s full-length live album, recorded during the band’s 30th-anniversary era. The release combines a live set of favorites and deep cuts with two bonus studio songs, “Year of the Tiger” and “Sing Away.”

CD Track Listings:

1. “Introduction” – 1:35
2. “So Much for the Afterglow” – 3:40
3. “Everything to Everyone” – 3:35
4. “Heroin Girl” – 2:58
5. “Heartspark Dollarsign” – 3:10
6. “Father of Mine” – 4:09
7. “Nervous and Weird” – 4:08
8. “Fire Maple Song” – 4:45
9. “Wonderful” – 5:53
10. “Strawberry” – 3:07
11. “A.M. Radio” – 4:19
12. “Local God” – 4:01
13. “I Will Buy You a New Life” – 4:37
14. “Santa Monica” – 3:50
15. “Molly’s Lips” – 2:01
16. “Year of the Tiger” – 2:44
17. “Sing Away” – 4:20

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Updated August 28, 2026.

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