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Home Again

Michael Kiwanuka · 2012

43 min · 11 tracks · folk rock ยท pop rock ยท R&B

Soulful melodies intertwine with folk-inflected storytelling, creating an intimate and reflective listening experience.

Why listen to this

Best for
intimate reflective listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs emotional storytelling journeys
Context
Upon the release of 'Home Again' in 2012, Michael Kiwanuka was emerging from a series of successful EPs, including 'Tell Me a Tale'. This debut album marked his transition into a full-length artist, showcasing his unique blend of folk, soul, and R&B that would later define his career.
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folk rock, pop rock, R&B

Home Again is an album by Michael Kiwanuka, released in 2012. Soulful melodies intertwine with folk-inflected storytelling, creating an intimate and reflective listening experience. 'Home Again' garnered critical acclaim, earning Kiwanuka a nomination for the BBC Sound of 2012 and later winning the Best Breakthrough Artist award at the 2013 MOBO Awards. The album's rich sound and introspective lyrics resonated deeply within the UK music scene, influencing a new generation of singer-songwriters. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Home Again sound like?

Soulful melodies intertwine with folk-inflected storytelling, creating an intimate and reflective listening experience. Rooted in folk rock and pop rock.

What makes Home Again by Michael Kiwanuka notable?

'Home Again' garnered critical acclaim, earning Kiwanuka a nomination for the BBC Sound of 2012 and later winning the Best Breakthrough Artist award at the 2013 MOBO Awards. The album's rich sound and introspective lyrics resonated deeply within the UK music scene, influencing a new generation of singer-songwriters. Upon the release of 'Home Again' in 2012, Michael Kiwanuka was emerging from a series of successful EPs, including 'Tell Me a Tale'. This debut album marked his transition into a full-length artist, showcasing his unique blend of folk, soul, and R&B that would later define his career.

Who is Home Again for?

Home Again works well if you're into intimate reflective listening sessions, gradual builds and payoffs and emotional storytelling journeys.

How many songs are on Home Again?

Home Again has 11 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·43:20

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Tell Me a Tale 4:12
  • 2 I'm Getting Ready Standout 2:24
  • 3 I'll Get Along 3:30
  • 4 Rest 3:52
  • 5 Home Again Standout 3:32
  • 6 Bones 3:51
  • 7 Always Waiting 4:31
  • 8 I Won't Lie 4:06
  • 9 Any Day Will Do Fine Standout 3:41
  • 10 Worry Walks Beside Me 4:59
  • 11 Lasan 4:38

Release Date

March 12, 2012

Genre

folk rock, pop rock

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

43 min 20 sec