Aw Cmon
Lambchop · 2004
44 min · 12 tracks · alternative country
A contemplative blend of orchestral arrangements and lo-fi aesthetics that evokes a sense of melancholic introspection.
Why this album works
'Aw Cmon' received critical acclaim upon release, showcasing Lambchop’s distinctive style and earning a spot on numerous year-end lists. The album's lush arrangements and poignant lyrics contributed to its recognition as a significant work in the alternative country scene, influencing subsequent artists exploring similar sonic territories.
- Best for
- melancholic introspection during solitude steady pacing for focused listening thoughtful background for contemplation
- Context
- Released on February 9, 2004, 'Aw Cmon' is Lambchop's sixth studio album, arriving after their critically acclaimed 'Is a Woman' in 2002. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their unique sound within the alternative country genre while continuing to push artistic boundaries through intricate songwriting and lush instrumentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Old Crow Medicine Show· Dave Alvin· Emmylou Harris
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Being Tyler 3:19
- 2 Four Pounds in Two Days 2:04
- 3 Steve McQueen Standout 4:32
- 4 The Lone Official 3:43
- 5 Something's Going On 2:45
- 6 Nothing but a Blur From a Bullet Train 3:58
- 7 Each Time I Bring It Up It Seems to Bring You Down Standout 4:25
- 8 Timothy B. Schmidt 3:05
- 9 Women Help to Create the Kind of Men They Despise 2:29
- 10 I Hate Candy Standout 4:48
- 11 I Haven't Heard a Word I've Said 4:04
- 12 Action Figure 5:30
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