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Flesh & Blood

John Butler Trio · 2014

59 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock

A vibrant blend of rootsy folk and rock inflected with socially conscious lyrics and intricate guitar work.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with resolution
  • vibrant storytelling through sound
  • engaging narratives for reflection
  • for sunny afternoons

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike intricate guitar work
  • prefer fast-paced listening

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2014, 'Flesh & Blood' is the fifth studio album from John Butler Trio, following their commercial success with 'April Uprising' in 2010. At this point in his career, John Butler was solidifying his status as a prominent figure in the Australian music scene while further exploring personal and political themes in his songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Ben Harper· Jack Johnson· Dispatch

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Spring to Come 4:13
  • 2 Livin’ in the City 3:26
  • 3 Cold Wind 4:57
  • 4 Bullet Girl 5:20
  • 5 Devil Woman 2:59
  • 6 Blame It On Me 6:08
  • 7 Only One 3:41
  • 8 Young and Wild 5:35
  • 9 Wings Are Wide 5:50
  • 10 How You Sleep at Night 4:13
  • 11 You're Free 5:33
  • 12 Higher 4:03
  • 13 Runaround 3:27

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