Years to Burn
Iron & Wine · 2019
32 min · 8 tracks · country · folk
A contemplative blend of folk and country, weaving intricate storytelling with delicate melodies.
Why this album works
'Years to Burn' received positive reviews across various platforms, notably earning a spot on NPR's Best Music of 2019 list. Its fusion of folk and Americana elements not only displayed Beam's artistic evolution but also contributed to the ongoing relevance of both artists in contemporary indie music.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments intricate storytelling for deep listening climactic flow through contemplative themes
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2019, 'Years to Burn' marked Iron & Wine's first album in four years, following the critically acclaimed 'Beast Epic' from 2017. This album sees Sam Beam collaborating with the band Calexico, showcasing a shift towards a more expansive sound while maintaining his signature lyrical intimacy.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Demi Lovato· Lady Gaga· Halsey· Miley Cyrus· Katy Perry· Lana Del Rey· Panic! at the Disco· Kesha
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What Heaven’s Left Standout 4:52
- 2 Midnight Sun 4:15
- 3 Father Mountain 2:54
- 4 Outside El Paso 1:52
- 5 Follow the Water 3:46
- 6 The Bitter Suite (Pájaro / Evil Eye / Tennessee Train) Standout 8:16
- 7 Years to Burn Standout 3:07
- 8 In Your Own Time 3:09
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