The Candle And The Flame sees Robert Forster, revered songwriter and co-founder of The Go-Betweens, embark on his eighth solo journey with a deeply personal touch. Recorded at his home studio in Brisbane between late 2021 and early 2022, the album resonates with Forster’s understated pop sensibilities, blending bittersweet lyricism and a sparse, heartfelt soundscape.
Accompanied by family members and longtime collaborators, Forster crafts songs steeped in reflection and resilience, capturing moments of both struggle and tender connection. The ascetic arrangements spotlight the album’s themes of time’s passage and familial bonds, making The Candle And The Flame a standout chapter in Forster’s storied discography.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Tapete Records
- Genre: Pop
- Release Date: 02/03/2023
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TRACKS
A1. She's A Fighter
A2. Tender Years
A3. It's Only Poison
A4. The Roads
B1. I Don't Do Drugs I Do Time
B2. Always
B3. There's A Reason To Live
B4. Go Free
B5. When I Was A Young Man
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