What makes Milk for Flowers by H. Hawkline notable?

This album has garnered attention for its inventive sound and lyrical depth, resulting in praise from outlets like The Line of Best Fit, which noted its unique blend of genres. Its release was accompanied by a successful tour, helping to solidify H. Hawkline's presence in the contemporary indie scene. Milk for Flowers marks H. Hawkline's return after a four-year hiatus following his previous album, the critically acclaimed 'In the Pink of Condition' (2019). This release showcases his evolving sound as he experiments more with production while maintaining his characteristic lyrical charm. The album signifies a maturation in both his songwriting and musical approach.

How many songs are on Milk for Flowers?

Milk for Flowers has 10 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

Milk for Flowers

H. Hawkline · 2023

46 min · 10 tracks · pop rock

A whimsical blend of indie pop and folk with surreal lyrics and playful melodies that invite introspection.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Milk For Flowers — The title track encapsulates the album's dreamy essence with its lush instrumentation and introspective lyrics that set the thematic tone for the record.
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Plastic Man — This track stands out for its catchy hooks and satirical commentary on modernity, showcasing H. Hawkline's knack for blending humor with serious themes.
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I Need Him — With its haunting melody and emotional depth, this song highlights the vulnerability present throughout the album, revealing H. Hawkline’s skill in conveying raw feelings.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album blends whimsical melodies with surreal lyrics, showcasing strong craftsmanship and distinctiveness in its sound.

What we noticed

The first track opens with a layered vocal harmony that sets a whimsical tone, which is maintained through playful instrumentation across the album.
Several tracks feature unconventional song structures, such as abrupt tempo changes and unexpected instrumental breaks, enhancing the surreal quality of the music.
Lyrically, the album employs vivid imagery and abstract themes, often shifting perspectives within individual songs, inviting deeper introspection.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.

Tracklist

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

1 Milk For Flowers 3:47
2 Plastic Man 3:01
3 Suppression Street 3:58
4 I Need Him 4:18
5 Denver 5:58
6 Athens at Night 3:48
7 Like You Do 5:17
8 It’s a Living 4:50
9 Mostly 4:18
10 Empty Room 6:40

What to play next

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Lagniappe Sessions

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In the Pink of Condition

2015

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