Bury the Hatchet found The Cranberries refining their sound, delivering a collection of tightly-written songs that balanced their knack for melody with a harder edge. The album showcased a band confidently navigating their established identity.
- The album was recorded at The Grange in Somerset and Olympic Studios in London. It was produced by the band alongside Stephen Street, who had previously worked with them on their earlier albums. The album reached number 4 in the UK charts and number 154 on the US Billboard 200.
- "Promises," the lead single, was a Top 20 hit in the UK and Ireland. The album's release marked a return after a four-year gap since their last studio album, No Need to Argue.
- Bury the Hatchet was met with generally positive reviews, with critics noting the band's continued songwriting prowess and O'Riordan's vocal performance. The album was supported by a world tour, though it did not achieve the same commercial heights as their earlier work.
The Cranberries are an Irish rock band formed in Limerick in 1989. They are best known for their blend of alternative rock and melodic pop, fronted by Dolores O'Riordan's distinctive vocals. In 1999, The Cranberries were an established act, having achieved significant global success in the previous decade. Bury the Hatchet arrived at a point when the band was exploring a more mature sound while retaining their signature style.
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