Any Human Friend
Marika Hackman · 2019
41 min · 11 tracks · folk rock
A candid exploration of modern relationships wrapped in intimate folk rock melodies and lush sonic arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wanderlust — This opening track sets the tone with its playful yet introspective lyrics, illustrating the complexities of desire and wanderlust in relationships.
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Blow — With its raw energy and catchy chorus, this song captures a sense of urgency and emotional vulnerability, showcasing Hackman’s ability to blend pop sensibilities with deeper themes.
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I’m Not Where You Are — This track highlights Hackman’s lyrical prowess as it delves into feelings of isolation and longing, set against a hauntingly beautiful melody that lingers long after it ends.
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Any Human Friend — The title track encapsulates the album's theme, offering a poignant reflection on the nature of love and friendship amid contemporary anxieties, carried by Hackman’s evocative vocal delivery.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production choices, though it follows familiar indie-folk templates.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a steady build in intensity, culminating in the more energetic 'Blow', which shifts the album's dynamic.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly evident in 'Hand Solo' and 'Conventional Ride'.
- The album closes with 'Any Human Friend', which features a stripped-down arrangement that contrasts sharply with earlier tracks, providing a sense of resolution.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate moments of raw vulnerability
- conversational storytelling with warmth
- reflective tunes for quiet evenings
- short tracks for quick listens
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer standalone radio hits
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Any Human Friend marks Marika Hackman's third studio album, following her critically acclaimed record I’m Not Your Man from 2017. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her unique voice within the indie-folk scene, evolving from earlier work to tackle more personal themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Laura Marling· Phoebe Bridgers· Lucy Dacus
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Come Undone
The moment shifts from external observations to an internal dialogue about fear and vulnerability as the protagonist confronts their emotions directly.
This transition emphasizes a deeper personal struggle, highlighting the contrast between public persona and private turmoil.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wanderlust 3:17
- 2 The One 3:37
- 3 All Night 3:42
- 4 Blow 3:30
- 5 I’m Not Where You Are 3:46
- 6 Send My Love 5:20
- 7 Hand Solo 3:50
- 8 Conventional Ride 4:10
- 9 Come Undone 3:46
- 10 Hold On 2:52
- 11 Any Human Friend 3:12
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