Milk
Hawksley Workman · 2010
46 min · 12 tracks · pop rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of glam rock and pop, brimming with playful irony and introspective lyricism.
Top tracks — play these first
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Google Jesus — This track captures the album's satirical edge, juxtaposing modern existential crises with digital culture in an infectious melody.
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Animal Behaviour — Opening the album, this song sets the tone with its catchy hooks and sharp commentary on societal norms and instincts.
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Warhol's Portrait of Gretzky — This track cleverly intertwines art references with personal narrative, showcasing Workman's lyrical prowess and ability to blend cultural commentary with storytelling.
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Stay Drunk and Keep Fucking — A bold anthem that confronts themes of hedonism and escapism, it encapsulates the album's carefree yet contemplative spirit.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases eclectic songwriting and varied instrumentation, though its pacing affects overall cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a punchy track that sets a brisk tempo, but the pace fluctuates significantly across the twelve tracks, with several slower ballads interspersed.
- Each song features varied instrumentation, often incorporating unexpected elements like synthesizers and strings alongside traditional rock setups.
- Lyrically, the album blends playful irony with introspective themes, often shifting between humor and deeper reflections within individual tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with charm
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- engaging narratives for road trips
- playful energy for social settings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer high-energy instant gratification
- seek deep introspective journeys
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released as Hawksley Workman's sixth studio album, Milk came after his artistic resurgence with 2008's Between Daylight and Dark. At this point in his career, he was exploring a more eclectic sound palette while maintaining his signature wit and lyrical depth. The album marked a continuation of his evolution as a genre-defying artist who blends various influences seamlessly.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· T. Rex· Queen
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Some People
The verses employ a conversational tone that shifts from observational to deeply personal, reflecting on societal expectations versus individual desires.
The transition from broad commentary to intimate reflection creates a powerful contrast that invites listeners to consider their own life choices.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Animal Behaviour 4:47
- 2 Who Do They Kiss? 3:26
- 3 Google Jesus 2:53
- 4 Devastating 5:12
- 5 We Dance to Yesterday 3:35
- 6 Robot Heart 3:21
- 7 Suicidekick 3:29
- 8 Warhol's Portrait of Gretzky 3:31
- 9 Stay Drunk and Keep Fucking 3:46
- 10 My Snow Angel 3:52
- 11 Some People 4:11
- 12 Wayside 3:56
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