Asking for Flowers
Kathleen Edwards · 2008
49 min · 11 tracks · folk · alternative country
A heartfelt blend of folk and alternative country, layered with introspective storytelling and evocative melodies.
Asking for Flowers is an album by Kathleen Edwards, released in 2008. A heartfelt blend of folk and alternative country, layered with introspective storytelling and evocative melodies. 'Asking for Flowers' received widespread acclaim, peaking at number 18 on the Canadian Albums Chart and solidifying Edwards' reputation as a skilled songwriter. The album's introspective lyrics and rich instrumentation garnered praise from critics, including recognition from major publications like Rolling Stone, further influencing the alt-country genre and paving the way for subsequent artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Asking for Flowers sound like?
A heartfelt blend of folk and alternative country, layered with introspective storytelling and evocative melodies. Rooted in folk and alternative country.
What makes Asking for Flowers by Kathleen Edwards notable?
'Asking for Flowers' received widespread acclaim, peaking at number 18 on the Canadian Albums Chart and solidifying Edwards' reputation as a skilled songwriter. The album's introspective lyrics and rich instrumentation garnered praise from critics, including recognition from major publications like Rolling Stone, further influencing the alt-country genre and paving the way for subsequent artists. By the time 'Asking for Flowers' was released in 2008, Kathleen Edwards was establishing herself as a prominent voice in the alternative country scene following her acclaimed 2003 debut, 'Failer'. This album marked a significant maturation in her songwriting, reflecting personal experiences and broader themes, as she navigated both critical and commercial expectations after gaining traction in the early 2000s.
How many songs are on Asking for Flowers?
Asking for Flowers has 11 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Buffalo Standout 5:15
- 2 The Cheapest Key Standout 2:42
- 3 Asking for Flowers 5:02
- 4 Alicia Ross Standout 5:06
- 5 I Make the Dough, You Get the Glory 4:37
- 6 Oil Man's War 4:01
- 7 Sure as Shit 4:09
- 8 Run 3:43
- 9 Oh Canada 3:59
- 10 Scared at Night 4:09
- 11 Goodnight, California 6:28
Release Date
January 1, 2008
Artist Origin
Canada
Runtime
49 min 17 sec
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