Hips and Makers
Kristin Hersh · 1994
50 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock
Haunting melodies entwine with confessional lyrics, creating an intimate atmosphere of raw emotionality.
Why this album works
'Hips and Makers' garnered critical acclaim upon its release, with standout track 'Your Ghost' receiving particular praise for its haunting quality. The album helped solidify Hersh's reputation as a compelling songwriter and influenced many artists in the indie rock scene that followed. Its introspective nature resonated strongly with listeners, marking a significant moment in the 1990s alternative music landscape.
- Best for
- intimate atmosphere of raw emotion steady mid-tempo reflective pacing haunting melodies for quiet moments
- Context
- Released on January 24, 1994, 'Hips and Makers' is Kristin Hersh's debut solo album following her time with the influential band Throwing Muses. It marked a significant shift in her career as she explored more personal themes and stripped-down arrangements, diverging from the band's post-punk sound. This album laid the groundwork for Hersh's future solo endeavors and established her as a distinctive voice in alternative rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beck· Moby· Linkin Park· Green Day· R.E.M.· Tori Amos· Sonic Youth· Nine Inch Nails
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Your Ghost Standout 3:16
- 2 Beestung 3:08
- 3 Teeth Standout 4:10
- 4 Sundrops 4:02
- 5 Sparky 1:29
- 6 Houdini Blues Standout 4:26
- 7 A Loon 4:18
- 8 Velvet Days 3:52
- 9 Close Your Eyes 5:27
- 10 Me and My Charms 4:16
- 11 Tuesday Night 3:03
- 12 The Letter 2:47
- 13 Lurch 0:36
- 14 The Cuckoo 2:12
- 15 Hips and Makers 3:19
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