The Head and the Heart
The Head and the Heart · 2011
52 min · 13 tracks · folk rock
Warm harmonies and heartfelt lyrics intertwine with folk-inflected melodies, evoking a sense of nostalgia and community.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim, peaking at number 10 on the Billboard Folk Albums chart and establishing The Head and the Heart as a significant player in the indie folk revival. Its heartfelt songwriting resonated with audiences, leading to numerous sync placements in film and television.
- Career context
- The Head and the Heart's self-titled debut album was released in January 2011, marking the band's emergence from Seattle's vibrant music scene. This release followed their successful local performances and self-released EPs, positioning them as a promising new voice in the folk rock genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Proclaimers· John Mayer· Kalinov Most
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cats and Dogs 1:56
- 2 Coeur d’Alene 4:22
- 3 Ghosts 4:17
- 4 Down in the Valley Standout 5:04
- 5 Rivers and Roads Standout 4:44
- 6 Honey Come Home 3:20
- 7 Lost in My Mind Standout 4:19
- 8 Winter Songs 2:44
- 9 Sounds Like Hallelujah 3:10
- 10 Heaven Go Easy on Me 5:40
- 11 Chasing a Ghost (live) 3:10
- 12 Josh McBride (live) 4:58
- 13 Rivers & Roads (live) 4:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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