Kiss Each Other Clean
Iron & Wine · 2011
44 min · 10 tracks · country · folk
A rich tapestry of folk and country sounds woven with introspective lyrics and lush arrangements.
Why this album works
'Kiss Each Other Clean' debuted at number two on the Billboard Folk Albums chart and received widespread critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and musical experimentation. It marked a shift in Beam's approach, moving toward more elaborate production which resonated within the indie folk scene, influencing contemporaries and later artists.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments introspective lyrics for quiet evenings rich arrangements for focused listening
- Context
- Released on January 25, 2011, 'Kiss Each Other Clean' is Iron & Wine's fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'The Shepherd's Dog' from 2007. This album represents a significant expansion of Sam Beam's sound, incorporating more diverse instrumentation and a broader sonic palette than prior releases.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Demi Lovato· Lady Gaga· Halsey· Miley Cyrus· Katy Perry· Lana Del Rey· Panic! at the Disco· Kesha
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Walking Far From Home Standout 4:46
- 2 Me and Lazarus Standout 3:02
- 3 Tree by the River Standout 3:56
- 4 Monkeys Uptown 3:47
- 5 Half Moon 3:15
- 6 Rabbit Will Run 5:31
- 7 Godless Brother in Love 3:50
- 8 Big Burned Hand 4:13
- 9 Glad Man Singing 4:39
- 10 Your Fake Name Is Good Enough for Me 7:00
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