Begin to Hope cover

Released 20 years ago this June

Begin to Hope

Regina Spektor · 2006

47 min · 12 tracks · indie pop · jazz fusion · anti-folk

Whimsical melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a rich tapestry of emotion and storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • introspective lyrical exploration
  • whimsical melodic journeys
  • balanced mix of tempos

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 13, 2006, 'Begin to Hope' marked Regina Spektor's major-label debut after her earlier work on independent labels. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from a niche artist known for her anti-folk roots into a broader pop consciousness, following the success of her album 'Soviet Kitsch'.
Stylistic neighbors
Fiona Apple· Norah Jones· Imogen Heap

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fidelity 3:47
  • 2 Better 3:22
  • 3 Samson 3:10
  • 4 On the Radio 3:22
  • 5 Field Below 5:18
  • 6 Hotel Song 3:29
  • 7 Après moi 5:08
  • 8 20 Years of Snow 3:31
  • 9 That Time 2:39
  • 10 Edit 4:53
  • 11 Lady 4:45
  • 12 Summer in the City 3:50

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