Barricades & Brickwalls cover

Barricades & Brickwalls

Kasey Chambers · 2001

54 min · 13 tracks · country

A heartfelt blend of traditional country storytelling with contemporary sounds and emotional depth.

Why this album works

'Barricades & Brickwalls' received significant recognition, reaching No. 1 on the ARIA Albums Chart and winning multiple awards, including Best Country Album at the ARIA Awards. The single 'Not Pretty Enough' became a major hit, resonating with audiences and contributing to a shift in the perception of Australian country music.
Best for
heartfelt storytelling with depth dynamic journey with emotional peaks reflective moments for quiet introspection
Context
Released on January 1, 2001, 'Barricades & Brickwalls' was Kasey Chambers' second studio album, following her debut 'The Captain' from 1999. At this point in her career, she was establishing herself as a prominent voice in Australian country music, building on the critical acclaim of her first album.
Stylistic neighbors
Lee Ann Womack· Tyler Childers· Billy Dean

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Barricades & Brickwalls Standout 3:13
  • 2 Not Pretty Enough Standout 3:20
  • 3 On a Bad Day 2:51
  • 4 Runaway Train 3:25
  • 5 A Little Bit Lonesome 2:59
  • 6 Nullarbor Song Standout 4:27
  • 7 Million Tears 5:02
  • 8 Still Feeling Blue 2:44
  • 9 This Mountain 4:54
  • 10 Crossfire 2:16
  • 11 Falling Into You 3:45
  • 12 If I Were You 4:10
  • 13 I Still Pray / Ignorance 11:10

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