Amanda Palmer & Friends Present Forty-Five Degrees: Bushfire Flash Record cover

Amanda Palmer & Friends Present Forty-Five Degrees: Bushfire Flash Record

Amanda Palmer · 2020

39 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock

A raw, urgent mix of folk and rock that channels activism through poignant reimagined classics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo urgency
  • poignant reflections on activism
  • engaging sing-along moments
  • thoughtful storytelling and themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening
  • seek instrumental background music

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2020, Amanda Palmer was navigating a period of social activism and artistic experimentation, following her critically acclaimed album 'There Will Be No Intermission' released in 2019. This project reflects her commitment to raising awareness about the Australian bushfires and showcases her ability to mobilize a community of artists for a cause.
Stylistic neighbors
Regina Spektor· Tori Amos· Fiona Apple

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 My Favorite Things (Bushfire edition) 3:08
  • 2 Beds Are Burning 4:42
  • 3 The Drover’s Boy 4:52
  • 4 Black Smoke 4:06
  • 5 Suck It Up, Buttercup 8:53
  • 6 Truganini 4:42
  • 7 Solid Rock 4:29
  • 8 Regional Echo 4:50

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