Released 20 years ago
Branches Untangle
Wallis Bird · 2006
26 min · 6 tracks · folk music
A vibrant blend of folk melodies and energetic guitar work, capturing the spirit of youthful defiance and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Blossoms in the Street — The opening track sets an upbeat tone with its lively instrumentation and vivid imagery, establishing Bird's unique narrative style.
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Fat Chick — This song blends humor and social commentary, showcasing Bird's ability to tackle serious themes with a playful touch that resonates well throughout the album.
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Oklahoma — A standout ballad that highlights Bird's emotive vocal delivery and intricate guitar work, revealing her introspective side amid the more energetic tracks.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- front-loaded energetic listening experience
- vibrant melodies for uplifting moments
- emotive energy for spontaneous dancing
- short bursts of joyful exploration
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer immersive albums
- seek subdued, mellow atmospheres
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Branches Untangle is Wallis Bird's debut album, released in 2006 after she had spent years honing her craft as a live performer. At this point, Bird was transitioning from local Irish venues to a broader audience, setting the stage for her dynamic presence in the folk music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Laura Marling· Lianne La Havas· Brandi Carlile
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Blossoms in the Street 3:40
- 2 Beep Beep 4:35
- 3 Big Moon 3:33
- 4 Fat Chick 4:23
- 5 The Circle 4:52
- 6 Oklahoma 5:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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