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Pageant Material

Kacey Musgraves · 2015

50 min · 14 tracks · country · folk

A witty and introspective blend of traditional country sounds with contemporary lyrical storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with reflective moments
  • witty lyrics for thoughtful listeners
  • for road trip sing-alongs
  • introspective storytelling throughout album
  • consistent flow with gradual resolution

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy lyrical exploration

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2015, 'Pageant Material' is Kacey Musgraves' second studio album, following her critically acclaimed debut, 'Same Trailer Different Park'. At this point in her career, Musgraves was solidifying her reputation as a boundary-pushing artist in mainstream country music.
Stylistic neighbors
Brandi Carlile· Maggie Rogers· Lana Del Rey

Tracklist

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

  • 1 High Time 2:58
  • 2 Dime Store Cowgirl 3:35
  • 3 Late to the Party 3:38
  • 4 Pageant Material 3:56
  • 5 This Town 2:57
  • 6 Biscuits 3:18
  • 7 Somebody to Love 3:15
  • 8 Miserable 3:00
  • 9 Die Fun 3:29
  • 10 Family Is Family 2:34
  • 11 Good Ol’ Boys Club 3:18
  • 12 Cup of Tea 2:42
  • 13 Fine 7:53
  • 14 Are You Sure 3:56

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