Hourly, Daily cover

Released 30 years ago

Hourly, Daily

You Am I · 1996

52 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock

A vibrant tapestry of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics that encapsulates the Australian alternative rock spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with varied pacing
  • introspective moments of reflection
  • morning commute uplifting energy
  • headphone detail hunting experience
  • playful yet thoughtful narratives

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy album experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'Hourly, Daily' is You Am I's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Hi Fi Way' from 1995. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation as a leading force in the Australian rock scene, building on their previous success and evolving their sound with more nuanced songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
The Living End· Grinspoon· Jebediah

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hourly, Daily 4:22
  • 2 Good Mornin’ 4:12
  • 3 Mr. Milk 3:16
  • 4 Soldiers 2:31
  • 5 Tuesday 3:15
  • 6 If We Can’t Get It Together 2:33
  • 7 Flagfall $1.80 2:55
  • 8 Wally Raffles 3:18
  • 9 Heavy Comfort 2:18
  • 10 Dead Letter Chorus 2:35
  • 11 Baby Clothes 2:20
  • 12 Someone Else’s Home 2:14
  • 13 Please Don’t Ask Me to Smile 3:18
  • 14 Moon Shines on Trubble 3:34
  • 15 Who Takes Who Home? / Forget It Sister 9:23

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