"It's fun to have a song like that in your pocket. I'll be in front of a bunch of people playing more quiet gentle music, and then I've got ones like that to pull out."
"Let's bow, bow and scrape / Sucker punching straight into the face / Of a wonderful life, of a wonderful life."
"I like elements that give you a reason to listen to it twice. You feel like you want to hone in on whether there's a clear, concise message or not. It just makes you want to hear or think about it again."
Sam Beam records and performs as Iron & Wine. "Sweet Talk" is a standout, upbeat track from the 2024 album Light Verse that lingers after listening and resonates even more live. The song pairs lilting folk-pop choruses with provocative lyrics such as "Let's bow, bow and scrape / Sucker punching straight into the face / Of a wonderful life, of a wonderful life." Beam aims for music that feels accessible yet complex, incorporating elements that reward repeat listens. A covers EP titled "Making Good Time" with Ben Bridwell was released, and Iron & Wine will share a bill with Band of Horses on Sept. 22. A five-year gap after Years to Burn stemmed from pandemic-era songwriting paralysis amid anxiety, fear of disease, and political tensions.
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