Between the Beautifuls
Hawksley Workman · 2008
50 min · 12 tracks · pop rock · glam rock
A whimsical blend of glam rock and pop sensibilities infused with introspective lyrical depth.
Why this album works
'Between the Beautifuls' received positive reviews for its rich melodies and intricate arrangements, contributing to Workman's standing in the Canadian music scene. The album showcased his ability to blend theatricality with emotional vulnerability, influencing a generation of indie artists exploring similar thematic depths.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels introspective lyrical exploration mid-tempo reflective journeys
- Context
- Released on January 29, 2008, 'Between the Beautifuls' is Hawksley Workman's fifth studio album, following his critically acclaimed 'Treeful of Starling' from 2006. At this point in his career, Workman was solidifying his reputation as a genre-bending artist, weaving together elements of glam rock and pop with poetic lyricism.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sparks· Nikolai Noskov· Iris
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 All the Trees Are Hers Standout 3:32
- 2 Alone Here (Ballad of Bunches of Things) 4:25
- 3 It’s Not Me 3:54
- 4 No Stillness and No Rain 3:52
- 5 Oh You Delicate Heart Standout 5:05
- 6 Piano Blink 3:56
- 7 Pomegranate Daffodil 4:19
- 8 Prettier Face 3:56
- 9 September Lily 3:46
- 10 The City Is a Drag 4:35
- 11 What Would You Say to Me, Lord? Standout 5:27
- 12 Piano Blink (Los Manlicious mix) 3:18
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