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Every Man a King

James Reyne · 2007

26 min · 12 tracks · rock music

A reflective blend of rock and storytelling that captures the nuances of life's complexities.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • brief reflective storytelling experience
  • engaging narrative with playful twists
  • pacing that rewards attentive listening
  • climactic moments of emotional release

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer long immersive albums
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2007, 'Every Man a King' marked James Reyne's return to solo work after several years focused on his band, Australian Crawl. This album followed his 2005 release 'All in the Family' and showcased a shift towards more personal and introspective themes in his songwriting, solidifying his reputation as a thoughtful lyricist.
Stylistic neighbors
Paul Kelly· Cold Chisel· Angus & Julia Stone

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Little Man You've Had a Busy Day
  • 2 Stop Draggin' My Name Around
  • 3 Mr International 4:03
  • 4 Sammy and Doofus and Our Man in New York
  • 5 Light in the Tunnel 3:50
  • 6 Cry Baby Killer 3:49
  • 7 Broken Romeo 3:23
  • 8 Superannuated Idol 2:29
  • 9 I'm a Man
  • 10 Lapis Lazuli
  • 11 The Postman 3:19
  • 12 The Light in the Tunnel (reprise) 5:37

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