" blends personal narrative with sharp political commentary. : Produced with
If you are listening to this in FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec), you’re hearing it exactly as it was meant to be heard: with every slide of the pedal steel and every weary grain in Edwards’ distinctive soprano preserved in high fidelity. A Shift in Sound Kathleen Edwards Asking For Flowers-2008--FLAC-
Released on March 4, 2008, Asking for Flowers is the third studio album by Canadian singer-songwriter Kathleen Edwards " blends personal narrative with sharp political commentary
“You’re asking for flowers, and I’m hoping for rain...” Sure As Shit – A driving, rock-leaning track
– A protest song referencing her father's diplomatic background and the politics of the Iraq War. Sure As Shit – A driving, rock-leaning track. – A slow-burn ballad with atmospheric guitar work.
Edwards’ songwriting on this album is "literate and provocative," often touching on heavy themes such as social apathy, murder, and political injustice.
Produced by Jim Scott (known for his work with Tom Petty and Wilco), the album marked a shift toward a more sophisticated, "grown-up" sound compared to Edwards' previous efforts. It debuted at #1 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and received a nomination for the 2008 Polaris Music Prize Critical Reception and Sound
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