A Star for Bram
Robyn Hitchcock · 2000
49 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of whimsical lyrics and melodic intricacies, evoking the surreal charm of British alternative rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Saw Nick Drake — This track pays homage to the late Nick Drake, intertwining nostalgia with a haunting melody that captures Hitchcock's reflective style.
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1974 — Reflecting on personal history, this song features vivid storytelling wrapped in catchy instrumentation, showcasing Hitchcock's ability to blend the personal with the universal.
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The Philosophers’ Stone — Combining philosophical musings with playful melodies, this track exemplifies Hitchcock's knack for merging deep themes with accessible soundscapes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with wit
- steady mid-tempo engagement
- thoughtful reflections on life
- melodic tunes for introspection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer straightforward lyrical themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2000, A Star for Bram marked Robyn Hitchcock's return to a solo career after his time with The Egyptians. This album followed his previous work, Jewels for Sophia, and showcased Hitchcock's continued exploration of lyrical depth and musical experimentation amid a shifting music landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Soft Boys· They Might Be Giants· Squeeze
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Daisy Bomb 2:57
- 2 I Saw Nick Drake 3:58
- 3 Adoration of the City 4:40
- 4 1974 4:26
- 5 I Wish I Liked You 4:27
- 6 Nietzsche’s Way 4:32
- 7 The Philosophers’ Stone 3:28
- 8 The Green Boy 4:07
- 9 Judas Sings (Jesus & Me) 4:28
- 10 Antwoman (Dub) 4:48
- 11 I Used to Love You 4:44
- 12 The Underneath 3:21
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