Honeycomb
Black Francis · 2005
49 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
A blend of introspective songwriting and eclectic instrumentation, combining rock roots with a distinctly folk-infused sensibility.
Top tracks — play these first
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Selkie Bride — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its haunting melody and vivid storytelling, showcasing Francis's lyrical prowess.
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Another Velvet Nightmare — The song features a catchy chorus and an infectious energy that highlights Francis's ability to blend rock sensibilities with introspective lyrics.
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My Life Is in Storage — This track stands out for its reflective tone and emotional depth, encapsulating the central themes of nostalgia and longing present throughout the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with charm
- reflective moments for quiet times
- vibrant melodies for sunny days
- playful energy with varied pacing
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer straightforward, high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2005, Honeycomb is Black Francis's first solo album after the disbandment of the Pixies in the early 1990s. At this point in his career, he was exploring a more personal and diverse musical direction, moving away from the alt-rock sound that defined his earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pixies· Frank Black· Weezer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Selkie Bride 3:05
- 2 I Burn Today 4:05
- 3 Lone Child 3:11
- 4 Another Velvet Nightmare 4:25
- 5 Dark End of the Street 3:53
- 6 Go Find Your Saint 2:05
- 7 Song of the Shrimp 3:10
- 8 Strange Goodbye 2:09
- 9 Sunday Sunny Mill Valley Groove Day 4:11
- 10 Honeycomb 3:53
- 11 My Life Is in Storage 5:40
- 12 Atom in My Heart 2:41
- 13 Violet 2:09
- 14 Sing for Joy 4:57
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