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.
Why this album works
This album marked You Am I's emergence as a significant player in the alternative rock movement of the 90s, receiving widespread acclaim from critics. It reached number 5 on the ARIA Albums Chart and solidified their influence within the Australian music landscape, paving the way for future acts in the genre.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with varied pacing introspective moments of reflection morning commute uplifting energy
- 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
- Midnight Oil· INXS· Powderfinger· Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds· Birds of Tokyo· Crowded House· The Church· Eskimo Joe
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 Standout 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 Standout 2:35
- 11 Baby Clothes 2:20
- 12 Someone Else’s Home 2:14
- 13 Please Don’t Ask Me to Smile Standout 3:18
- 14 Moon Shines on Trubble 3:34
- 15 Who Takes Who Home? / Forget It Sister 9:23
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