Warming Up to the Ice Age
John Hiatt · 1985
38 min · 10 tracks · blues · country
A rich blend of blues and country inflected with Hiatt's trademark storytelling and biting wit.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its critical reception, receiving praise from publications such as 'Rolling Stone' which highlighted Hiatt's lyrical depth. It also solidified his influence on the burgeoning Americana genre, paving the way for future artists who would follow in his footsteps.
- Career context
- By the time 'Warming Up to the Ice Age' was released in January 1985, John Hiatt was establishing himself as a significant voice in Americana music. This album followed his critically acclaimed release 'Bring the Family' from 1987, marking a period of creative evolution as he began to gain wider recognition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chicago· Prince· Bette Midler· Frank Zappa· Weather Report· Tom Waits· Blood, Sweat & Tears· Steely Dan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Usual Standout 3:46
- 2 The Crush 4:11
- 3 When We Ran 4:44
- 4 She Said the Same Things to Me 4:01
- 5 Living a Little, Laughing a Little 4:03
- 6 Zero House 3:41
- 7 Warming Up to the Ice Age Standout 3:42
- 8 I'm a Real Man 2:32
- 9 Number One Honest Game 4:26
- 10 I Got a Gun Standout 3:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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