Baby Darling Doll Face Honey cover

Baby Darling Doll Face Honey

Band of Skulls · 2009

47 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

Raw guitar riffs and bluesy vocals create a gritty yet melodic sound that captivates from start to finish.

Why this album works

The album received critical acclaim upon release, with tracks like 'I Know What I Am' garnering significant airplay and charting on various UK music charts. It helped solidify Band of Skulls' reputation as key players in the resurgence of garage rock, influencing subsequent bands within the genre.
Best for
dynamic emotional journeys short, punchy listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs
Context
Released in early 2009, 'Baby Darling Doll Face Honey' was Band of Skulls' debut album, establishing them as a prominent act in the UK alternative rock scene. At this point, they were building on their early buzz from live performances and a successful EP, setting the stage for future projects.
Stylistic neighbors
Splean· Bi-2· Blur

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Light of the Morning Standout 2:44
  • 2 Death by Diamonds and Pearls Standout 3:12
  • 3 I Know What I Am Standout 3:18
  • 4 Fires 4:06
  • 5 Honest 3:39
  • 6 Patterns 3:37
  • 7 Hollywood Bowl 3:57
  • 8 Bomb 2:53
  • 9 Impossible 4:50
  • 10 Blood 4:14
  • 11 Dull Gold Heart 5:11
  • 12 Cold Fame 6:11

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