| "Wasteland" | ||||
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| Single by 10 Years | ||||
| from the album The Autumn Effect | ||||
| Released | 2005 | |||
| Genre | Alternative metal Post-grunge |
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| Label | Universal Records | |||
| 10 Years singles chronology | ||||
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"Wasteland" is a single released by hard rock band 10 Years in 2005. It is their debut single from their first major release, The Autumn Effect. The song reached number one on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart in February 2006. It also spent an unprecedented ten weeks at the number two position on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
The song was originally released on the Killing All That Holds You EP, produced by Travis Wyrick. The EP was eventually re-released as an LP featuring several acoustic tracks. The acoustic tracks were recorded live by Mike D for Lakeside Studios.
The first music video was a representation of the song and featured Jesse Hasek's cousin and child actor, Brad Renfro, who, it is believed, was the inspiration for the song. Directed by Scott Lee. This music video has been removed from many websites including YouTube.
A second music video was a metaphorical representation using a fish flopping around on a dry lake bed. Directed by Chris Simms, this version can only be seen online.
The third and final music video released for the song addressed the social problem of human rights around the world. This video was directed by Kevin Kerslake. The video received nominations for Best Direction and Best Art Direction at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards.
In Brazil, this song was featured in a promotional video for the TV series Heroes.
| Preceded by "Perfect Situation" by Weezer |
Billboard Modern Rock Tracks number-one single February 25, 2006 |
Succeeded by "Every Day Is Exactly the Same" by Nine Inch Nails |
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