Beauty Queen Sister cover

Beauty Queen Sister

Indigo Girls · 2011

50 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · American folk music

A reflective blend of lush folk harmonies and introspective lyrics that captures a sense of longing and connection.

Why this album works

The album debuted at number 30 on the Billboard 200, demonstrating sustained popularity in the folk rock scene. It was well-received by critics, highlighting the duo's lyrical depth and musical maturity, contributing to their legacy as influential figures in contemporary American folk music.
Best for
steady mid-tempo reflective flow introspective moments of connection for quiet afternoons
Context
Released in 2011, 'Beauty Queen Sister' is the Indigo Girls' twelfth studio album, emerging after a period of collaborative experimentation and solo projects by Amy Ray and Emily Saliers. The album showcases their continued evolution as songwriters while staying true to their folk roots, marking a return to the duo's signature sound after their last studio album in 2006.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Share the Moon Standout 3:34
  • 2 John 4:22
  • 3 Beauty Queen Sister Standout 3:11
  • 4 We Get to Feel It All Standout 3:32
  • 5 War Rugs 3:24
  • 6 Gone 3:02
  • 7 Mariner Moonlighting 3:36
  • 8 Birthday Song 4:19
  • 9 Feed and Water the Horses 4:30
  • 10 Making Promises 3:20
  • 11 Damo 4:07
  • 12 Able to Sing 4:02
  • 13 Yoke 5:09

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