Coles Corner

A gorgeous well polished easy listening album. Harking back through a few decades of blues, rock, soft rock and pop rock to bring together a cohesive, lush, glittery little project. A little samey at times and a touch too country folk for me taste wise on a couple tracks. Interesting crossover with pulp, can hear the stylistic cross pollination. Enjoyed it

# Album Name: Coles Corner # Artist: Richard Hawley # Rating: 3/5 # Comments: Honestly, this is something my grandma would listen to. And why does a sheffield lad take a photo of a theatre thats not even in sheffield?! Anyway, this album should not be on the list at all. Its OK, nothing special, nothing terrible. Never heard of the bloke and it could have easily stayed that way tbh. # Top Tunes: # Would I listen to it again? nah

Honestly, better than i expected, but there’s better stuff in this genre

I enjoyed this

The best, albeit imperfect, way I can describe Richard Hawley's music is a Northern English blue collar pastoral take on the romanticism of the classical American Mid-West. It's a genuine love affair for Hawley. He doesn't try to imitate, or pastiche. Once you understand that, I think it helps to appreciate what he does.

This is solid. In the earlier songs his voice sounds like an appealingly unstrangled Morissey. It is rich and smooth. The later more country songs are great, and I usually reject Brit’s singling country. Will def listen again.

Its hard to rate stuff when you have had a childhood connection with it, like arcade fire suburbs, and also this. While I think if I heard it for the first time today, I wouldn't think it was anything crazy special, but the standout moments are really great. I do also think this album starts really strong and the tails off a bit. I just know these songs so well that its somewhat hard to critically analyse them. Not too keen on the more country ones, but the orchestral type ones like the first one and the ocean are just incredible. Its a very specific type of stuff, as he's technically a solo artist from a band splitting up, but this is totally different from the Longpigs, and I feel like this is probably the stuff he wanted to do, and I guess artists develop their styles. Favourite songs: all but: I sleep alone, (wading through) the waters of my time. Overall around 8/10

It was fine

2 - TERRIBLE

𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘊𝘰𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘳 is a carefully crafted tribute to classic romantic songwriting, full of warm strings, gentle tempos and an old-fashioned sense of longing. The production is smooth and elegant, and Richard Hawley’s baritone gives the music a consistent mood of late-night nostalgia. At the same time, that consistency can work against the album: once the tone is set, it barely changes, and the songs blend together rather than building toward standout moments. It’s pleasant, tasteful and nicely atmospheric, but doesn’t always leave a strong imprint once the record ends.

Love this album and never even heard of Richard Hawley before. Where have I been?!?

Utterly divine in places

Tellement relax que je suis tombé dans un coma artificiel debout dans le metro. Très fort, Rick

Not worth my time

I really like listening to these sorts of albums. Those mid-2000s critically praised singer-songwriter / pop ventures that you might find in charity shops. Because while they’re never mind-blowing, they’re always a nice listen. The title track and most-popular The Ocean are probably the best here. Though a lot of them are hard to differentiate. It’s all just crooning anyway. But it’s quite nice, the crooning. That’s what I think. Bonus points for the album cover, it’s great. The sky especially. Reminds me of walking past slightly run-down coastal attractions in the dusk.

I liked the album. There were some nice melancholy songs such as "Just Like the Rain" and "Who's Going to Shoe Your Pretty Feet" that were particularly to my liking

Very comforting, and has a nostalgic vibe to it. Enjoyable, but get a little boring after a while.

Nice and cosy

I need a bit more music in my music

It’s got some okay parts, maybe a 3 on a good day

Not really my thing. Guy has a nice voice but this is not my style of music.

The Ocean, a nice Song

I enjoyed this album, but would not have classified it as pop or rock… Folk or country or Americana, except for the fact that he’s British.

"Coles Corner" is the fourth studio album by English pop/rock musician Richard Hawley. Chamber pop and soft rock are the Wiki-listed genres. The title immortalizes the legendary Sheffield landmark Coles Corner, a popular place for old and new lovers (even though the album cover is at a different location) Hawley sings lead vocals and plays guitars, dulcimer, lyre, drums, vibraphone and glockenspiel. He was accompanied by a host of musicians including a string section of violins, violas and a cello. The album reached #16 on the UK charts. It received unanimous praise and was nominated for the UK Mercury Prize. Melancholy strings and a piano start the album in the opener "Coles Corner." A soft jazzy beat. Hawley with weary baritone vocals as he expresses loneliness in a famous spot. "Just Like the Rain" has layered acoustic guitars and one with a country twang. He's coming home and reflecting on life, love and memories. "Hotel Room" is slower with a pedal steel guitar. Also, echoing guitars and a piano in a 50's-sounding pop song. The album's jewel in one with a lot of good songs is "The Ocean." Layered strings and an acoustic guitar. Deep vocals as Hawley uses the ocean as a metaphor for a place of healing and emotional release. A song that builds vocally and musically. A grandiose and beautiful song. Hawley brings out the dulcimer in "Born Under a Bad Sign." He's fated for misfortune. This is a beautiful sounding album. Sultry. Dreamy. The songs' styles range from baroque pop with the strings, pop with with country twangy and 50's-sounding pop with a pedal steel guitar. Hawley's vocals are emotional and longing. The lyrics fit the album's title with lost love, memories of romantic partners and loneliness. This is a wonderful album and really unique for the time frame it came out in. It reminded me of the Divine Comedy a decade before. A high recommendation.

This is really not my thing

If I was more depressed I think I’d like this more

Very interesting, not usually my style but nice and peaceful. 6.1/10

At least this was only 30 minutes of noise.

Enjoyed this more than I expected

This wasnt half bad

Took me a couple songs but once I got into the vibe it was nice.

Too slow for my tastes. ★★

Fine album.

really nice and gives me the same wintery comfort that christmas music does but without the outrageous expiration date. 3.7/5

Some songs reminded me of early bob Dylan songs

Like one of the classic crooners but with no memorable hits

mmm

Um álbum de um filme inglês broxante.

A low droning voice with quiet melodies… and it isn’t that bloke Leonard Cohen!

Really good album, just short of a 5 for me.

Quite listenable but I agree with those who call it boring because I also can't find a single remarkable facet on this album.

Put it on while doing some house cleaning. It was okay for that. Mostly it reminds me why I don't smoke dope and sit around in my underwear giggling at nothing for hours on end. Bailed on it way before the halfway point. This ain't my cup of tea.

Never heard of this gentleman but I liked this music.

Pretty good

11 tracks of what can be best described as Crooner-core. With its lush strong-lead arrangements it harksback to that era as well as the chamber pop that followed. So there’s some nice textures here and the songwriting is decent but overall it’s a bit of a one trick pony, staying more or less at the same pace and level throughout. There’s an obvious comparison to me with Lanegan’s _Imitations_ album, a series of covers, many of which were sung by some of the original crooners but there’s so much more variation to that album. Decent but in no way essential!

Ещё одна запись для пенсии.

A British Roy Orbison?

Probably not something I'd just put on, ut seriously good work, particularly the song writing.

This was a nice album. Very mellow and Richard Hawley baritone voice is very relaxing. This album has a lounge music vibe with some hints of a folk element at times. Lyrically comes off as kind of a lonely feeling.

Very dreamy yet moody--I really did enjoy it. His voice fit the mood perfectly.

The Ocean

Einige schöne, ruhige Songs. Aber warum nur klingt alles gleich? Je länger, desto langweiliger!

8/10 Nice and chill

Soooooo smooth and calming *_*

Good, I think? Genre confusion… not country.

Objectively, this is good music, start to finish. Well produced, well played, great voice. A throwback to yesteryear. I bet my father in law would really like it. But it really felt all kind of meaningless. Like a lounge singer covering hits. I doubt ill ever revisit or think of this album again

Idk largely forgettable yet soothing

Floored by everything about this. Best Song: The Ocean Rating: 9/10 Stars: 5

Ще один альбом по UK-квоті) Запис з фокусом на ретро кудись в 50-60 роки, дуже теплий звук, хороші пісні. Ocean дуже хороша пісня. Мені було місцями трохи одноманітно. Проте в цілому приємні враження. Краще багатьох релізів з часу на який він видсилає

Здається колись вже слухав, але не був впевнений. Дуже приємний барокко-поп, об'ємний красивий саунд. 3.5 поставлю, бо якось не вистачило хітів, але цей альбом залишу собі в бібліотеці.

This guy I need to explore in depth; nick cave vibes, some elvis, some Leonard Cohen lyrics/mood. Wondering if this is the best, will def. listen again.

Another album that's not for me. I won't say it's not good. The songs have a good structure and lyrics. But it's not something I would listen to voluntarily.

Easy listening. Old fashioned

Good album. Very underrated

Pretty inoffensive and vintage-sounding album. Reminiscent of the blue-eyed soul and country acts of the 40s & 50s (which I'm sure was the intent here). That's really all this offers.

Very nice and unexpected.

Crying (tears of boredom) into my beer

Decent

This is lovely. Kind of Nick Lowe Esque,

It was exciting getting an album today that I had not heard of even in passing. I had no idea who Richard Hawley was or is. I was half expecting an album of Cole Porter covers which after hearing Coles Corner it would have worked beautifully with Hawley's vocals, vocals that sound like last call at some dive bar around the holidays- resigned, hopeful, weathered and golden. It's nice to be reminded once in a while why I'm even doing this project- it's for the Richard Hawleys of the world folks with great talent that needs to be heard by more people not so much for their sakes but for us- such talent is good for the world. It enhances the human experience and reminds you with all the bollocks in it - it's still a beautiful place to spend a few decades at. See you at all Coles Corner- first round is on me.

Ta płyta brzmi jakby była dużo starsza niż jest. I to komplement. Taka pradawna dusza mam poczucie, że za nią stoi. 7/10

Boring. There’s some potential here, but it never gets there.

Unedited Notes: I made it through FIVE whole tracks of this album before I turned it off. Do I win a prize? I don't think that they even play this kind of music in nursing homes anymore. A Michael Bublé album would be far more hip and relevant to popular culture than this. This album makes The Carpenters sound like Atari Teenage Riot.

Pretty boring and certainly not essential.

Some really beautiful music, but also really boring

daphne's new favourite album

Lowkey enveloping.

really nice sounding its so modern arctic monkeys coded

If I hadn't known better, I would have sworn this was an album from the 70s. Someone about the style. Not bad, just kind of boring and dated sounding.

I enjoyed this. Surprised to find out how recent "Just Like the Rain" is. Great track. Love his voice.

Surprised me! Crooner vibes, thoughtful lyrics, sometimes chamber pop and sometimes ballady. Need to listen again!

Every second, every note, every line, every word is perfectly crafted and wrapped in a warm nostalgic glow. Harks back to another time but the emotion is current and genuine. Pretty much perfect from start to finish, I've loved this since I first played it 20 years ago. He's a rare talent and this is a gem of an album. Gorgeous!

From the instant that the smooth tones of Richard Hawley’s voice, and the gentle string instrumentation, envelope you in the opening track (Coles Corner), right through to the end of Last Orders (a fitting closer), this album sounds like a warm hug on a cold evening. I think the album cover art further helps to illustrate the welcoming atmosphere of a chilly autumnal evening in a familiar town or city. That being said; the themes of the album are, for the most part, portraying the antithesis of a warm hug. “Just Like The Rain”, for example, has a rather upbeat tempo, and plucky guitar tune, yet covers loneliness and regret. Credit is due to Dad for making us aware of this surprisingly underrated artist! Favourite tracks: The Ocean, Coles Corner, Darlin’ Wait For Me.

Grateful for my dad playing this a lot when I was growing up in the early 2000s. Richard Hawley is very underrated and has an excellent voice. Loads of great songs on this album but my favourites are Just Like the Rain and Born Under A Bad Sign.

Coles Corner being released in 2005 doesn't quite make sense, because its chamber pop sound is so fifties. Richard Hawley uses a rockabilly vibe to make the album more folk-y and country while remaining accessible. Then the last song veered into the ambiance territory, which I didn't love. I mean, the album was still easy on the ears throughout, but the change in direction was disorienting.

This album definitely came as a surprise -- for whatever reason, I really wasn't expecting soft jazzy pop. Richard Hawley does a really nice job controlling his voice and showcasing it; he manages to sound like both vintage and modern crooners alike, but also manages to hone his own vocal sound that isn't quite like anyone else. And even then, he dabbles across multiple vocal styles. Similarly, his music isn't quite like anyone else's; while still somewhat jazzy, it leans a lot more ethereal and dreamy. Honestly, it's a unique, winning combination. Overall, Hawley seems to have missed landing the US market, but in my opinion, the US is missing out! A nice surprise of an album.

this might be the most boring album i’ve had so far, so dated and does not stand the test of time ZERO STARS

Is this what people mean when they describe music as "Americana?" (Funny enough recorded by a British dude) An ok mix of blues/jazz/folk that sounds like something I'd here in a department store. I will give it props that it did fit my early morning commute perfectly. However, when the sun came up and I was more awake I gave the album another listen and found it a bit drab and boring and I wish I was listening to all the artists that clearly influenced this album rather than the album itself.

Listened to most of this while food shopping, and when passively listening wasn't a terrible experience. Feels like another brit bias pick. Not for me.

Not my bag, but this wasnt bad by any means. Hawley has a thick and deep Sinatra like voice with Leonard Cohen’s dark vibes. Good diversity of tracks on the album. Some are a little slow though I definitely need another spin or two on this. Somewhere around the 2.5 star mark

Man, this album was fucking lame. I was so bored by every minute. This guy sounds like he's on a near lethal dose of lithium at all times. What a comedown from HYBRID THEORY

Reminds me alot of an artist I used to like - Jens Lekman. Finding this just a little too snoozy, doesn't really go anywhere new. Needs more turn table scratching.

Should've been worse based on the cover

Pretty cool - definitely has a vibe I haven't heard anywhere else. This is definitely one to put on for some quiet introspection.

Nice enough songs. Nice enough singing. Nice enough instrumentation. It's ok but I can't imagine on what occasion I would listen to it

It's okay. A bit retro. 1950s kind of style but with a modern twist.

2.09

Elsker det ikke, men er et par fine her og der. I Sleep Alone, The Waters of My Time og Last Orders var fine, og sounden er generelt behagelig. Tror han har hørt Johnny Cash før.

Sounded like early 2000s Nick Lowe albums, but less interesting.

Songs like Born Under a Bad Sign and Cole’s Corner get a 4 but there’s a few 2’s as well. More good than bad but probably a solid 3.5

This is the kind of junk that makes this list tilted brit. I don't get this. It could be anyone from Harry Connick to someone in a NYC club who is down on his luck. cmon man do better... 3.0

Know Richard Hawley from his music being used for the standing at the sky's edge musical, though I only recognised Coles corner. The musical seemed to use songs like that are big and full of strings to show the happiness in northern communities despite the shitty concrete buildings and it definitely worked for me. This album was mostly subdued and laid back, which I still liked but not as much. Do think Hawley has a great voice mind, soulful but northern, bit like the bloke from elbow. It occured to me that I think Alex Turner wants to be Richard Hawley these days but doesn't have the voice for it. A best of album would score higher but I still think this one is pretty good, 3.5.

Every song is exactly the same. Wore thin after the first few tracks. Lovely songwriting skills though.

Used to hear Richard Hawley a fair bit, he was/is a bit of a 6 music favorite. Don't think any of the ones they used to play were on this album though and was a but disappointed with this. I wasn't expecting a Richard Hawley album to be super exciting, but thought this was less interesting than I was expecting. Was all not bad, but was hoping I would enjoy it more than I did, won't be rushing back 3

Was a little too old lady/waiting room vibes for me honestly? The Ocean is a standout song though so honestly like a 1.5 but I guess I’ll round up.

Surprisingly nice album! 4/5

Boring

Pleasant album. Consistent tone, definitely something that I would listen to again on its own.

Æ trodde ikke æ hadde et forhold til det her albumet, bare en vag idé om å ha sett omslaget før, men æ tror noen æ kjenne må ha hørt en del på det i sin tid, for æ vet æ har hørt førstelåta før, og generelt va det gjenkjennelige greier sjøl om æ ikke huska det. Det e jo også klassisk nok til at det kunne vært gjenkjennelig bare fordi det e så klassisk, men æ tror det e nokka mer i tillegg. Fint okke som.

Morm rečt, da mi je všeč ta teden so far. Zelo raznoliko. Prvi komad, 'Coles Corner", mi je amazing. Nežen, miren, ampak brutalno besedilo. Ne vem kva je dons - a je sonček, a je dejansko to, da sm že tko al tko in a mood, ampak I am loving this album. Čeprav ga poslušam z napačnim vajbom. To se ne posluša na sončnem sprehodu. To se posluša na udobnem zicu, zvečer, mood lighting, razvada of choice v roki, prek kabla direkt v dobre zvočnike. Kar bom zvečer naredila. Definitvno bi katerikoli komad tud lahko bil na koncu epizode v tretji sezoni Twin Peaks. "The Ocean" mi je čudovit. "Born Under A Bad Sign" mi je tak modern version of a 50s pop song. "Tonight" mi ful ujame ta nek melancholy pa notranji nemir neuslišane ljubezni. "(Wading Through) The Waters of My Time" je sad. In zarad " Who's Gonna Shoe Your Pretty Little Feet?" zj jokam na sprehodu, k bi moral pomagat my mental health?! In instrumentalen "Last Orders" prou magično zaključi album, listi, ki jih veter pred mano vrti po zraku so samo pika na i.

Super pleasant to listen to, very pretty!! Liked it a lot!!

this was so nice!

Very promising first track. A 5. Then a 4. Solid 4. Very nice. But maybe only a 3.

Kind of strange I couldn't pin down the genre of this. Apple Music just says "Pop." It was definitely a throwback sounding album, almost Elvis or Everly Brothers sounding with a big production. Country elements too. It was decent. The last two tracks bogged it down though.

I’ve never heard of Richard Hawley before, but I see that he’s played with Pulp some over the course of his career, so anyone who has that on their resume has to be a pretty decent musician in my estimation. Granted, I’m not too big on chamber on pop, so this album could go either way with me. I guess it’s time to go on down to Coles Corner! I thought Cole’s Corner was fine overall. The album started off with a couple of really strong tracks, but I felt like most of the rest of the album didn’t keep my attention as much. The arrangements on this album were beautiful, and it’s evident that Richard Hawley is a solid musician and songwriter, but to me, the final product of this album is that it’s something that just kind of exists. If I wanted to listen to something with a focus on songwriting and atmosphere, I’d much rather listen to Ghosteen by Nick Cave. Even though I’d feel awful after listening to it, at least I’d feel something. A few notes on the songs that stood out to me: The title track really snagged my attention with its amazing strings. The music was beautiful, and the vocals were great too. I liked how the sound got a bit darker before the chorus. The lyrics are excellent, and I loved how they conveyed a sense of hopeful loneliness. “Just Like the Rain” was good too, but a step down from the first track. The guitar playing and lyrics were really strong. The bass drum was subtle, but its presence added a lot to the overall sound. I don’t think I’ve ever heard of a Hawaiian lap steel guitar before, and I assume that’s what I was hearing on “Hotel Room.” Whatever that instrument was, it sounded a lot like a pedal steel, and it was great. The other elements of the song were just fine. I enjoyed the way “The Ocean” started off with bare instrumentation, but then added this soft, but really lush arrangement. That main guitar riff was really catchy too. The bluegrass sound of “I Sleep Alone” felt like it didn’t fit in very well with the album, but if you don’t account for the sound of the rest of the album, it was really good. The bass playing was excellent too. This rendition of “Who’s Going to Shoe Your Pretty Little Feet” made me want to drive home and immediately hug my kids. There was something palpably dreadful about this song, and I thought Hawley did a great job of putting his own spin on this song. Cole’s Corner didn’t wow me, but it was a pretty good album, although it’s not something I’d see myself returning to.

Pretty good!

Romantic melancholy with a warmth that feels both vintage and timeless. A perfect mix of love, loss and the bittersweet beauty of human connection ❤️ Loved the story behind the reason why the album is called Coles Corner. Every song creates an emotional pull, especially the song Ocean where the video is of the Minnack theatre ❤️ Magical ✨.

Pretty mellow and a little boring.

I had never heard of Richard Hawley or this album before--this must have made a bigger splash in the UK than here in the US, because I think it made none at all here. I know enough Pulp, but this doesn't sound at all like it. Reminds me of the Nick Lowe albums of late, which I love, but IMO Nick Lowe should be the one getting the Mercury Prizes, not this wanker. It's good dinner music, good makeout music, but not necessarily essential listining.

It’s Sunday night, I’m back from a weekly visit to Meadowhall, the central heating is blasting, and cups of tea are being made during the first ad break of “Where The Heart Is”. With Coles Corner, Richard Hawley makes a compelling argument for Yorkshire being the U.K’s home of hygge (course it bloody is!). It’s a box of Quality Streets of a record; eleven individually wrapped confections, each interesting in its own way, but I’m sure we all have our favourites (“The Ocean”, “Coles Corner”, “Hotel Room”). It’s something that I find this record so evocative of swaddled up Sunday nights in Worksop. Yes, obviously, Alex Turner is a fan, we can’t help but hear that in these songs and think quickly across to his direction … but there’s something almost transcendentally South Yorkshire about this album anyway. As if Roy Orbison had written a soundtrack for the Full Monty. Maybe it’s that, or maybe in its vulnerability and introspection I’m hearing something else entirely – mapping back to an appropriately tender time that just so happened to be within the Sheffield postcode. It’s possible, but I don’t think it’s right. I’d wager the magic of this album is easier to grasp the closer to Division Street you are. Enough blathering anyway. Millionaire’s nearly on! To that imagined Sunday night on Beaumont Rise, it’s nice to know I can go back for a visit sometimes.

great album

Veldig Elvis-esque stemning

3.5/5 modern day crooner album

This didn't work for me. Some of the music was pretty. I don't like this guy's voice, and hearing it for song after song got old. I don't think he's quite the crooner he thinks he is. Maybe someone like Brendan Perry would have better results. There's a lonely, nighttime feel to it, but with a weird hint of cowpoke country-western that made it unintentionally comical at times. Overall it feels sleepy. A relatively benign, completely forgettable album.

Oh my god this is boring. It’s annoying because there are bright spots on this album that show that the music doesn’t have to be this bad. Unfortunately, the lows are VERY low. It seems that Richard Hawley just chose to make this sappy garbage.

Got bored

kinda one note but an okay one note

It was fine while I was listening to it, and then after it ended I immediately had no desire to listen to it again. There’s a real over abundance of albums like this on the list. Male singer-songwriters from 95-2010 that all kinda sound like this. Baritone, Baroque, Romantic. Kinda Morrissey. Kinda Wainwright. Shit that really set off indie music websites reviewers. Best of 2005 on Pitchfork type album. And, like, it’s all so self-important. And not that memorable.

This surprised me. Gentle and lush. Lovely.

Not my speed

Had 1 song I liked, but the rest was pretty boring & unremarkable.

too slow to my liking

He has a pretty great voice.

I'm compelled to give this album a chance to make its case because I listen to a fair amount of whatever we're calling this genre - southern gothic? haunting country ballads? sad western dirges? After listening, I have no doubt that Richard is an accomplished musician. Musically, the arrangements are very good, but he doesn’t have the voice to push this over the finish line for me. I'd say he's about 90% there, but give me a few big notes and prove your chops! Like my review of Bill Callahan’s Sometimes I Wish We Were An Eagle, I’d love to hear covers of these songs from more competent (and compelling) vocalists. I can see myself adding a few tracks to my "ImPECKable Summer" playlist, but I don't know if I'll come back for the full album again. I'm also not totally convinced this makes the list if it was done by an artist who wasn't already 'British famous' when it was released.

This is not it.

British man does singer songwriter in 2005. It’s good, it’s not what I would reach for but it’s undeniably well done. The ocean is a 10/10 song. The rest is like yeah this is tom waits done in 2005.

Only knew Richard Hawley from an Arctic Monkeys b-side called “You and I” which basically was the basis for Stefan’s songwriting back in high school. It’s worth checking out. Anyway this album is kinda a slow burn for me, I enjoyed most of it and really like his voice. I’m between a strong 3 and a light 4, but I think the last two tracks make me feel closer to a 3. I didn’t really enjoy those as much. Too much singing about feet. Strong 3/5

Swelling, dramatic, melancholic, and well produced. 8/10

Reminds me of feelings of longing, a bit sad and melancholic. A lot of loneliness, and longing for a partner. *Wading through the waters of my time* reminds me of Johnny Cash, a few of the other tracks as well. An okay album, but I definitely prefer Pulp. Musically a bit boring for me.

I can see why people have loved this album. Hasn’t quite got its hooks into me yet, but it probably will

It's alright; it's almost a predecessor to late Arctic Monkeys, but maybe that's Sheffield coming through. Feel this is on the list as a zeitgeisty 2005 "This is going to be revered forever it NEEDS to go in the book otherwise i'm going to look like an idiot", but has since been forgotten

It's decent whenever the pace picks up, but there's too much dreary crooning guff in between the fun bits.

It's alright and I get the appeal, not my fav. I sleep alone sucks real bad though Will I listen to again: 1%

Very, very smooth, and very, very pleasant. Bordering on boring, but has enough charm to pull it off.

Sad jazzy but chill

love me some melancholic rock. really hate that I don't like the country songs too much. i really thought the genre was growing on me, hate to see it :(

Fantastic! Mellow and Melancholy. I liked it more than I thought I would. It feels like rainy-day ambiance music. Would absolutely pick this up if I found it in the wild.

I listened to this in november. it's so cozy and nice. almost like a winte album.

his voice is so soothing! the strings arrangement in the first track is simply beautiful, though it does fall off quite a bit in the last few tracks. fav tracks: coles corner, the ocean

Pleasant but forgettable. I can't say I can hum along any of these songs after hearing them once each. Probably good as background music on a chill evening, but not more than that.

ganz cute, sounds very old lol

loved it. found my wedding song lowkey

Its mellow but at times a bit too slow

I went into this one not knowing Richard Hawley at all, and it turned out to be a pleasant surprise. He takes that old-school lounge and crooner style and gives it a modern spin that feels both timeless and fresh. His voice is smooth and confident, the kind of tone that fits perfectly with this kind of music. The album is also surprisingly easy to sit with. I had it on in the background while working, and it set a calm and steady mood without ever fading into forgettable noise. The production is lush but never overdone, and it suits Hawley’s delivery perfectly. It is not an album packed with obvious singles, but that is not really the goal. The focus is on creating atmosphere and letting Hawley’s vocals carry it, and in that sense it succeeds. A solid introduction to an artist I had not heard of before, and one that shows this classic style still has a place today. Favorite song: Born Under a Bad Sign

I’d heard "Coles Corner" before and I do like the title track, but overall, the album feels pretty bland to me. It’s not bad, just a bit forgettable—I could see myself having it on in the background, but it doesn’t really grab my attention.

1 star, inoffensive background music

This album was really sweet.

The UK 🇬🇧 centric nature of this list rears its ugly head once again with a vanity project from a side musician in Pulp, a band who is inexplicably acclaimed. I played this for several people who agreed that it is NOT in fact on par with someone like Chris Isaak, and is a lame derivative of the source material (Roy Orbison and Elvis were sacreligiously mentioned). Once again: style before substance. The consensus was ”this sucks,” and I’m glad my squad backed me up on that opinion.

Quite possibly the most relaxing album I’ve heard. Love it.

Det er langsomt og kedeligt skrald. Burde ikke være på listen.

Det startede med kedelig Frank Sinatra agtig crooning og hik over i forfærdeligt country sang

Very chill album. Feels like an album to listen to while watching it rain/snow with a nice cup of hot coffee in the morning

Easy morning listening right here.

Baroque country pop not really catching my ear

I really enjoyed this one!

I was caught up by the first track but then rather disappointed the rest of the way. It all sounds the same to me, and far too soft for my temperament.

Has a pleasant, old-school feel to it. Not a lot of standouts but a nice one to put on the background anyway.

Hawley has a very smooth, low voice that sounds great. This sounds like a pop album from the 60’s - think Burt Bacharach or even Neil Diamond or Tom Jones. Notable songs include Cole’s Corner, Just Like The Rain, The Ocean, I Sleep Alone.

An uninspiring trip down a well-trodden path. Laconic country’ish crooner — a little Johnnie Cash mixed with Frank Sinatra and Roy Orbison. But boring. Sounds like the kind of music a male movie lead would listen to as he sipped his 🍸 overlooking the Hollywood Hills at dusk. A two.

Not my thing. Quite a boring listen, I did think this album was a lot older than 2005 though.

Es un album que me genero demasiada paz, con un cierre que se sintió muy apoteosico, contrastante con el resto del disco pues, fue algo mas espacial y efimero. Fue raro en el buen sentido. Creo que es algo que me podría para estar en paz y tranquilo sin llegar a ser aburrido. Limpiar mi habitación fue mucho mas relajante de lo que esperaba con Coles de fondo.

matt maltese wishes he were richard hawley

Chill. Mooie stem. Aangenaam verrast

I knew nothing about Richard Hawley going in, but I really enjoyed this album. An impressive range of genres and styles.

Born Under A Bad Sign and Hotel Room were 2 of my favourite songs when this album first came out. Still love them. There is filler though. It's a 3.5 moving up to a 4 because of those 2 tracks.

Not bad and even grew on me. In the end, I can't really say what the genre is. A mix of classical, jazz, and singer-songwriter. It captivates with its smooth romantic and nostalgic atmosphere. Picture smoking a cigarette in the light drizzle on the street corner after the show, wondering whether you'll actually ever feel that again. 3.5/5

Ah, yet another slow album with a baritone. I do enjoy the vocals here slightly more than yesterdays (Nick Cave); but that's maybe the only positive thing I can say about this album. Not that I can say anything negative either - It isn't bad or offensive, just not my thing. Actually, now that I finished listening to it fully, I can say one more positive thing: the last track was superb. Listened to it like 4 times on repeat. Overall 4/10 Favorites: Last Orders; The Ocean; Born Under A Bad Sign

This is another one of those albums I wasn't expecting much from with what information I had prior to listening. The artist was apparently a touring guitarist for Pulp at one point. That's pretty cool. The comparisons I saw for this album ranged from "Ooh, Sinatra vibes?" to "Oh dear god, I'm seeing comparisons to the Divine Comedy." I wasn't expecting to dislike this, but I also wasn't expecting to love it. I basically got that, but I would say that I feel more positively than not. This is definitely a good album alright. It's got some nice things going for it. The general style is considerably suave in its execution. It works decently well here. I feel like the productions and instruments at play do a good job of making the music feel pleasant to listen to. Richard Hawley is the star of the show here, and he's not bad. His vocals are solid. Definitely on the deeper side which works for songs like these. The songs themselves aren't bad. I especially enjoyed the title track and "The Ocean." The writing is where albums like this can either become all-time classics or hunks of garbage. Fortunately, it appears that those Divine Comedy comparisons weren't totally accurate since I don't hate Richard Hawley's lyrics. The words here aren't groundbreaking, but they're pretty solid in regards to the whole crooner thing. I don't feel super uncomfortable listening to this, which is good. The only song on here that seems a bit questionable is the last one with lyrics, "Who's Going to Shoe Your Pretty Feet?" Apparently that's a traditional song though, so it's not a knock against Hawley's songwriting. This is unlike Neil Hannon's songwriting, which I hate. Overall, Coles Corner is good. I don't love it and I probably won't revisit it a ton, but I got a good listen out of this. Solid 3/5.

LOVED this. Incredibly captivating opening song. Moody, dramatic instrumental. I didn’t totally fall for Hawley’s voice as a perfect fit for the song, but he makes it work. “Just Like The Rain” swayed me though. His delivery gets more effortless over this very catchy road-trip type song. The first half of “The Ocean” didn’t go over as well, but this became an exception to the rule for the quality of Cole’s Corner. The chorus of “Born Under A Bad Sign” is great work. So simple, so catchy, and a pre-chorus attached to it that makes you want it even more! “Last Orders” is a heavenly closer. Seriously a great use of that chamber sounding piano. Cynicists will tell you this album is just full of wedding and heartbreak songs, but my ears hear more than that. Hawley puts a great album together thats entrenched in the various facets of love, adoration, or desperation. But he does so with such a measured, pleasant delivery. Kinda like an alternate, not-experimental Nick Cave. The heights of this album made me feel like it was a genuine 5 stars, and someday I might feel that way. For now, a very earnest 4/5. Enjoyed this all the way around.

There is easy listening and then there is this album. So unbelievably smooth. A proper vintage feel, polished and immaculately produced. Vocally really strong, a real rich sounding baritone. Orchestral arrangements are fantastic. Then some slower ballads which work well in their own way. The album is wonderfully warm and sort of inexplicably nostalgic. I can say with certainty that feelings were evoked when listening, its just hard to put a finger on exactly what those feelings were. But its good to feel. Poignant, emotional, resonant, sincere. I honestly loved almost every moment of it. Favourite tracks - Coles Corner, Just Like the Rain, The Ocean. 8 5/10

pleasant

I've never heard of this chap so this would obviously be new to me. Let's GO! Hmm, is he a modern Frank Sinatra-type? A modern crooner? Track 1 suggests yes. Interesting. Track 2 picks up the pace a bit. Pretty guitar on this one. Track 3 is what they would call "romantic pop" I guess. Heartfelt to be sure. Track 4 manages to slow things down a bit. If he were American I imagine he would have leaned into that old country and western scene. Track 5 is another slow jam. His voice has dropped a register. I think I prefer his regular register. Track 6 made me wish I was listening to Albert King. Sigh Track 7 is a tad jauntier. Lots of emotion in these songs. Track 8 slows it right down. Too much of the same from this fella. Track 9 IS a straight up country song. I guess more of an Irish-type folk song but I like this one more than most so far from the album. Track 10 slows things way back down. Not my style at all. Track 11 is an atmospheric end to the album. Pretty. Overall this did not vibe with me. I'm sure its good in certain circles but I will not be listening to it again. 1/5

Another album I should love but don’t. Some lovely songs they just don’t make me feel anything.

2.5

Quite depressing, and not in a good way.

I got Christmas vibes on this album for some reason. Slow, but a good listen.

Too safe and friendly for my liking, but beautiful nonetheless.

With the exception of the titular track, the album was adequately pleasant. It's hard to articulate why I didn't like the track Cole's Corner. The orchestration felt too cheesy--ultracheesy, if you will. However, the folksy, singer-songwritery songs with more subdued instrumentation worked for me (i.e. Born Under a Bad Sign.)

beautiful album. treat of an album. soulful, sweeping, and cinematic - as a fan of more vintage rock and pop acts this didn't sound tired to me at all. the title track, coles corner, is the showstopper for me, reminding me of a scott walker song or maybe even a track off of the arctic monkeys' the car (was pleasantly surprised to learn that hawley, also from sheffield, has previously collaborated with them). will be adding mr. hawley into regular listening rotation. highlights - coles corner, hotel room, the ocean

Monotonous but otherwise decent easy listening.

6/10 - there were some decent parts. I listened to this while running and that was a choice

Kinda boring but kinda liked it. Really low 4

Imagine faire un album de crooner en 2005. On rigole, mais imagine.

Really enjoyed the album with songs like Ocean, and Coles corner. Sounds like a 1950s album.

Not spectacular, but still pleasant. I think nice if you need some good mood music.

It is better than forcing myself to listen to a Pulp album, but this entire album lacks imagination and is derivative as hell. I'm honored that he loves America so much, but hearing someone who does not have a great singing voice try to pretend to be a great crooner from the past just makes me want to go listen to the original great crooners of the past instead. This doesn't merit all time status and inclusion on a list like this. Anyone who is not British is not going to waste a space on this list with this when they can just pick one of the classics that Richard Hawlely is borrowing all of his ideas from. To be fair 2005 was a pretty thin year for music, but it is clear to me that this album occupies a spot that belongs to Imogen Heap's SPEAK FOR YOURSELF, Goldfrapp's SUPERNATURE, or Gorillaz's DEMON DAYS.

Beautiful start to finish. Huge love for Richard Hawley. Hoping Standing at the Sky's Edge will be on the list but im doubtful.

Melancólico

Good enough

This shit was so boring.

Yes! Great album. Richard Hawley is blessed with a great voice. Surely shows here. And then on top of well crafted music, the result is nice warm and vibrant tunes all the Way..

Coles Corner: 7 [Lyrics 7/10 + Instrumental 9/10] Just Like the rain: 9 [Lyrics 9/10 + Instrumental 10/10] Hotel Room: 7 [Lyrics 5/10 + Instrumental 10/10] Darlin' Wait for Me: 5 [Lyrics 3/10 + Instrumental 7/10] The Ocean: 4 [Lyrics 3/10 + Instrumental 7/10] Born under a Bad Sign 5 [Lyrics 5/10 + Instrumental 9/10] I Sleep Alone: 7 [Lyrics 6/10 + Instrumental 8/10] Tonight: 8 [Lyrics 7/10 + Instrumental 10/10] Wading Trough: 7 [Lyrics 8/10 + Instrumental 7/10] Who's going to Shoe your pretty feet: 1 [Lyrics 1/10 + Instrumental 2/10] Last Orders: 4 [Lyrics -/10 + Instrumental 3/10] TOP 3: Just like the rain, Coles Corner, Wading Trough Least Favorite: Who's going to Shoe your pretty feet Empezó bien, me dio vibes de Arctic Monkeys y la típica parejita de ancianos que bailan agarraditos y enamorados, super lindos. A partir de la 3a canción, en Darlin' Wait for Me su voz cambió por completo sacándome de onda, parecía otro álbum, como que no pegaba. En "Born Under a Bad Sign" retoma la voz del principio, es como si se hubiera grabado en dos partes. "I Sleep alone" tiene unos toques de country que no me esperaba.. para bien y eso que no soy super fan del género! Entiendo que "Who's going to Shoe your pretty feet" sea una canción personal, pero se escucha bastante mal tanto la guitarra como la voz, se ha ganado el título de Least Favorite, no ha provocado ninguna emoción en mi, me da pena darle un 1 porque seguramente sea dedicada a alguien especial. Con "Last Orders" me ha pasado algo parecido, el instrumental no sonaba casi, perfectamente podría sacar éstas dos últimas canciones del álbum. Lo que más me llamó en todo momento fue la instrumental, suena espectacular! Solo por eso el álbum es un aprobado y deberías darle una oportunidad. Además, Richard Hawley tiene buena voz. Score: 6.4 Lo recomendaría? A medias, tiene una buena duración, son 11 canciones y dura 46m, si pudiera saltarme las 2 últimas.. es un álbum que volvería a escuchar mientras hago otras cosas.

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Unexpectedly awesome! Ended up listening to it three times

Chill

The album is good, but not my style of sound. You can hear influences from scuffle, new wave and lots of good good British sound. The Neo classic style is rather boring to me. Album is balanced and I cant say it's not good.

Another low/mid 4, big fan of the orchestration, nice thematic material

Another reviewer mentioned The Roadhouse in Twin Peaks and this album definitively has that sort of vibe. Must hurry, need to listen to some Julee Cruise now.

3.5 - this was my first listen to this and i will certainky spin it again. It might be even better w repeated spins. It's a nightime album

Wasn’t really for me. Almost sounded like a Xmas album.

This was alright but I didn't get much out of it

Going into rotation. Loved it.

Smokey, nightclub sound. Good stuff.

Nice voice, kept waiting for him to belt one out. Dig the vibe. Has a timeless quality to it. Put this one on, sit back, and relax.

3 Stars (8/15)

3/5

Calm background music that doesn't linger

ok, but not my listening to kind of music

Odd selection. Rough start leads to a few peaks and ends well… There are some truly great songs on this record but as a whole it’s underwhelming with limited lyricism. Listening to an artist perform a homage to specific genres only works if it’s either an adaptation or complete committal to the period - this feels more like a studio recording of someone acting the style out. Hard to understand why this made the list but I appreciate the exposure.

A pretty good album, I liked the music style. My favorite songs were Just Like The Rain and Born Under A Bad Sign.

He has a really nice voice. It has very 50's pop ballad vibes but he incorporates little bits and sounds that let you know it is a more modern. It is a little melodramatic, but his voice suits that vibe.

This album feels so woozy and quiet, and yet so cinematic. I really dig the chill. I’m reminded of 1950’s crooners. Richard being the guitarist for Pulp greatly increases the intrigue. I think this may grow on me quite a lot.

I love that this was made in 2005 but feels like a vintage record. His voice makes me swoon. He's like Frank Sinatra, Leonard Cohen and Jarvis Cocker all wrapped up into one. Maybe even a little Johnny Cash in Wading Through The Waters of My Time. There's a lot of emotion in these songs created by both the instruments and his vocals, and they're also very gentle and tender. Easy to get lost in. The Ocean is particularly special, but I loved so many of them. Great discovery!

Coles Corner – Richard Hawley (2005) | Chamber Pop / Crooner Ballads | Avg: 7.63 | Favorite Song: “The Ocean”* Coles Corner is all about setting the mood, and Richard Hawley nails it completely. This album feels like it's wrapped in soft lighting—warm, melancholic, and full of old-school romanticism without ever becoming kitschy. “The Ocean” stood out the most for me. It’s the emotional core of the record, arranged with elegance and rich vocals, capturing that sense of longing that runs throughout the entire album. It hits with weight without ever raising its voice. From a reviewer’s perspective, this is the kind of album that rewards patience. There’s not much variation from track to track, but that consistency is what makes it charming. Hawley fully embraces his crooner instincts, and the instrumentation is lush but not overwhelming. It’s not a record trying to reinvent the wheel—it’s fully committed to its style, and because of that, it succeeds. If you enjoy classic songwriting with a velvet touch, Coles Corner offers exactly what it promises.

A melancholy singer songwriter-y album. Did not mind despite the raspy voice (which I dislike in Leonard cohen situation). The lyrics made up

Too much crooner for me. I gave it an extra star for the country-ish song “(Wading Through) The Waters of My Time“ which was the only standout. The rest I don’t ever need to hear again before I die.

Generic background music. Kind of cozy, nostalgic-ish but not something I’d remember or return to.

Sounds like a mix of Sinatra and Willie Nelson. Loved It! Totally could be released in the 50's

This was nice. The first few songs on Cole’s Corner were my favorite. Good with headphones or large speakers. Some more western style songs. I’d listen to it again but not seek it out. No problems 5/10

what were they putting in the water in the 2000s that made all these dudes want to produce the most corny, lame and unimaginative music possible? music to watch paint dry to

immensely boring. this is fine enough to hear in the grocery store or something, but i’m truly tired of seeing stuff like this on this list that’s supposed to have some magnitude

The Ocean is really gorgeous. The rest is kinda boring but that one song is really good and the rest was easy on the ears so meh.

9.5/10

Lemppari: Coles corner

Never heard of this guy before, was pleasantly surprised. I was expecting some mediocre alt rock yawn fest and instead an easy listening record. Has a classic 60s feel with a modernised twist. Didn't like every song, but enjoyed it all the same. Made me feel calm and happy somehow.

Was pretty nice actually.

The first album on here that I’ve never ever even heard a single track from or the artist!! Such a nice surprise. Laid-back baroque bliss.

The amount of regionally popular British music that is super boring on this list is stupid

Boring and depressing

What even is this? At least Napalm Death, Lightning Bolt, and Slipknot had the decency to be directly offensive. This one tries to slow kill you with silky boredom.

Really? For this coming out so recently, what makes this so special to be on the list? It’s boring, and outdated.

A bit samey but enjoyed

very tasteful bedtime pop music. has a weird thing going on where it's extremely British, but has a lot of country flavor to it. not sure I like that mix. leave it to us yanks ok? but it's not bad. subtle music with careful intentions. it can get bloody gorgeous at times; The Ocean is a great example deserves to be one of the 1001? google "rng". if the number is a multiple of 5, then yes. i suspect it's here primarily due to Hawley's involvement with Pulp

Country orquestal británico? Bastante sofisticado y elegante, con canciones nostálgicas y bien construidas.

What a beautiful album! I had never heard of Richard Hawley, this is total very pleasant surprise. It's truly beautiful music, for me most resemblant of Tindersticks - a band that certainly should have been in the book with any of their first three records. Or all three of them. Anyway, back to Hawley. This is a must hear. The arrangements are fantastic with a very tasteful use of baritone guitar, his voice is in the middle between Stuart Staples and Bryan Ferry - yes, my girlfriend was immediately interested;-) Most of all: the song 'The Ocean'... That might be one of the best songs on the 51 albums I have listened so far. Stunning.

He has a great voice, but this doesn't make this album exciting or interesting. Snooze fest

I've always had a soft spot for Coles Corner by Richard Hawley. I remember buying it when it was first released and being immediately drawn into its warmth and sincerity. Hawley's sound echoes the emotional depth of artists like Rufus Wainwright and Leonard Cohen, but with a distinctly English, working-class poeticism that makes his music feel both grounded and romantic. I'm a big fan. Interestingly, I only recently discovered that Hawley was once a member of Pulp. Knowing that now, it somehow fits—the richness of his arrangements and his understanding of mood make perfect sense in that context. The album's sound is calm and melodic, with a quietly cathartic atmosphere. Each song resonates with themes of heartbreak, yearning, and nostalgia. It speaks deeply to the emotions I was navigating 20 years ago—listening to it now is like revisiting a long-forgotten part of myself. Favourite tracks: “The Ocean,” “Hotel Room,” and, of course, the title track, “Coles Corner.” Honestly, it’s hard to pick a favourite—nearly every song on this album has something special. Least favourite track: None. There isn't a single weak song here. Album artwork: A really striking and evocative cover—cool in the best sense.

What a surprising find. I had never heard of this before or even seen it around. I don't like Brit Pop but this is not that. Very nice.

10/10

Trevlig bekantskap, lugnt

Modern crooning, which is a unique and interesting listen (both generally and for this list which has sooooo much britpop)

So soporific - I almost fell asleep on the treadmill. No one else could turn "BORN UNDER A BAD SIGN" into a lullaby.

First 6 songs are amazing. The last 2 songs idc about.

Not my Usual genre, but really nice chilled vibe compared to what I’m used too. Didn’t get chance to hear full album today but I will finish it another time

Kind of just feels like a trite throwback croooner stuff. Why not just put the obvious influences on the list

High 3 tbh, not something I would listen to a ton but some really good tracks on here. Reminds me a bit of what I’ve heard of Leonard Cohen (if he could actually sing and make good music)

Second half dragged

This was the one I had meant to rate a 5. Great album.

Surprising enjoyable

Only knew about Richard Hawley from an Arctic monkeys b side. Liked the album, it was smooth and easy, but also nice to listen too.

What a bunch of cheesy bulshit. Decent music though.

Great listen, without looking it up, I’d assume there are plenty of movies that feature tracks from this album.

Low 3!

I really liked the beginning of this album, but not the end as much. The first few songs reminded me of the music from Over the Garden Wall. It would probably hit even better in the fall or winter. I am giving it a 4, but it’s a pretty low one.

3/5

not good, yet not bad

muy agradable

Enjoyable pop album Standout songs: The Ocean Born under a bad sign

very mellow vibes may come back to this one

Cool melodies that feel past their prime but maybe that is intentional considering the album title? Not a bad listen either way

Listened in the background while reading but really like the mellow vibe. I'll return to this one soon and give it a better listen

Sounds boring.

get me a gun 😥😥😥

Nice

Jazzy, light and sometimes complex. I enjoyed listening to this album. It is an interesting idea that has been done to death in the past, but uncommon for 2005. I really enjoyed The Ocean and Coles Corner. The Rockabilly and Country songs were enjoyable but not as interesting.

Worthy, amiable, dull.

I really don't get the periodic popularity of '50s throwbacks. It's pleasant enough but so what? These songs have been written a thousand times before. Apart from the last one here which wasn't even written this time. We have Chris Isaak at home, etc I'll be generous for various reasons.

Elvis presley ??? En 2000 ????

Album parfait pour un dimanche matin avec un bon café. The Ocean, (Wading Through) The Waters of My Time. Dans la sphère musicale de Jarvis Cocker. Je l'ai jamais vu en spectacle. Je dirais pas non. (J'ai écouté 2 fois hier le nouvel album de Pulp et il est quand même bon)

Un genre de crooner des années 2000 sur les 1001? Eh ben. Pas très fan des bouts Sinatra, surtout au début de l'album. J'allais mettre 1 étoile, mais il est sauvé par un moment de grâce spiritual vers la fin de l'album qui me fait penser à du Johnny Cash (the waters of my time, who's gonna shoe your pretty feet). A la deuxième écoute, quelques ballades avec quelque chose de Dylan aussi. Paul est resté captivé jusqu'à la fin avant de tomber complètement endormi, étonnamment .

Des bonnes chansons, une bonne voix de crooner. Mais bon on dirait un album complet de balades, ça épuise! Pourquoi ça a été inclus dans la liste, au juste? Par contre, The Ocean: excellente!

Too many of these albums have just blended together. Similar stuff, nothing to write home about

Likte da ikkje

I’ve always liked this album, his sound, and everything he puts into the production. I’m a sucker for The Ocean’s overall delivery.

Pleasant. Kind. Sweet. Nice.

приятная музычка.

What an album! Damn beautiful!

Very adult contemporary, kind of soft old feeling with a little jazz fusion. It's fine but pretty one note, not mad at it but it didn't make me feel anything about it really

pfffft!!

Not a bad record, but it's pretty sleepy. Definitely needs a certain setting to listen properly listen to.

He has a very fine voice, but it's all a bit slow and safe and kind of like a record you would put on for 20 mins when your wrapped up in a blanket on the sofa with a hot chocolate and it's pissing down with rain outside. Unfortunately today it's Friday, the weather is fine, it's payday so I'm just not really feeling it.

Some nice songs on this album. Deffo call out to the 50s and 60s. Some smooth guitar as well

Chill but nothing special

Easy listening / adult contemporary feel. Not bad but that last instrumental song lasted forever and sounded like church music gone wrong.

really liked this, actually. not what i expected at all. very nice & chill, good for an afternoon working session although I feel (arbitrarily) it's more suited to autumn. will probably come back to this though.

Felt like a cross between Mac Demarco and Orville Peck. Big fan of this album minus the last few songs.

At first, I was unsure, but I listened to it several times and ended up really loving it

i dont rate many albums without listening to every song, but trust me, listen to track 1 and youll have it from there

At times it sounds like a cross between morrisey solo and roy orbison. I enjoy a lot of the background sounds. Good use of different instruments Hotel Room is proper good. As is The Ocean. Great build up. This one gets better and better. I really like alot of the simple lead guitar lines I think this might just scratch a 4.