Hozier ‎– Wasteland, Baby! - 2019 Indie Folk Rock - Ltd. Sea Glass Green Vinyl - Sealed 2LP + Poster

 

 

 

 

 

Tracklist

 

 

A1 Nina Cried Power

Featuring – Mavis Staples

 

 

A2 Almost (Sweet Music)

 

 

A3 Movement

A4 No Plan

 

 

B1 Nobody

B2 To Noise Making (Sing)

B3 As It Was

B4 Shrike

 

 

C1 Talk

C2 Be

C3 Dinner & Diatribes

 

 

D1 Would That I

D2 Sunlight

D3 Wasteland, Baby!

 

 

 

 

"The Good: Wasteland, Baby! blends a variety of musical styles across its 14 tracks; this blend allows for a constant delivery of fresh instrumentation, all playing off the gentle quality of Hozier’s voice. “Nina Cried Power” contains a bluesy, gospel-like element that exudes brightness over a playful drumbeat and soothing guitar rhythm. The subtle key playing adds to the track’s upbeat, joyous quality, testifying to the emotional material to come. On “Almost (Sweet Music)”, it’s nearly impossible to deny the blissful energy rising off the instrumentation and Hozier’s voice. The clapping beat coasts to a playful rhythm, the tempo rising as the guitar lets loose radiant tones. Blending with the vocals, the song comes together to present an enchanting harmony.

 

The guitar of “No Plan” offers an electric fuzz, emitting a sultry tone. Hozier’s voice lingers over a seductive beat and light guitar notes, providing a warm and relaxing presence. “To Noise Making (Sing)” sees Hozier’s vocals taking more of the lead, the instrumentals taking a step back to allow the words extra room to stand out. The self-titled track offers a relaxing guitar rhythm that trickles underneath the dreamy echo of Hozier’s words. The loving tones of the song provide a beautiful atmosphere that will lead listeners to a place of joy and serenity.