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Refractory Obdurate

Wovenhand · 2014

42 min · 10 tracks · alternative country

A haunting blend of alternative country and dark Americana, echoing with spiritual urgency and lyrical depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • haunting soundscapes for introspection
  • spiritual urgency in every track
  • lyrical depth with dark undertones

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party atmosphere
  • prefer quick, catchy songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2014, 'Refractory Obdurate' marked Wovenhand's fifth studio album and a significant moment in their evolution. After establishing a distinct sound with earlier works, this album showcased the band’s increasingly complex arrangements and darker themes, further solidifying David Eugene Edwards' reputation as a unique voice in alternative country.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Corsicana Clip 4:47
  • 2 Masonic Youth 3:39
  • 3 The Refractory 4:53
  • 4 Good Shepherd 4:00
  • 5 Salome 5:19
  • 6 King David 4:47
  • 7 Field of Hedon 3:33
  • 8 Obdurate Obscura 5:20
  • 9 Hiss 3:53
  • 10 El-bow 2:42

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