A Wasteland Companion
M. Ward · 2012
36 min · 12 tracks · indie folk
A fusion of introspective storytelling and melodic folk, steeped in a warm, timeless atmosphere.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- introspective storytelling with warmth
- for cozy afternoons
- melodic tunes for gentle contemplation
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2012, M. Ward was solidifying his status as a significant voice in indie folk, following his critically acclaimed album 'Hold Time' from 2009. 'A Wasteland Companion' marked his sixth studio album and showcased a matured sound that further blended his signature guitar work with rich lyrical narratives.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Iron & Wine· Sufjan Stevens· Nick Drake
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Clean Slate 2:51
- 2 Primitive Girl 3:10
- 3 Me and My Shadow 2:36
- 4 Sweetheart 3:31
- 5 I Get Ideas 2:39
- 6 The First Time I Ran Away 3:17
- 7 A Wasteland Companion 2:54
- 8 Watch the Show 3:40
- 9 There's a Key 2:52
- 10 Crawl After You 3:40
- 11 Wild Goose 2:35
- 12 Pure Joy 2:57
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