Glen Hansard - Rhythm and Repose { vinyl }

Glen Hansard’s "Rhythm and Repose" is a deeply personal and emotionally charged debut solo album from the frontman of The Frames and one half of The Swell Season. Known for his role in the film Once and its Oscar-winning soundtrack, Hansard steps into his own spotlight here with a collection that’s raw, poetic, and achingly beautiful.

The album opens with “You Will Become,” a hushed and hopeful ballad that sets the tone for what’s to come. Throughout the record, Hansard blends folk, soul, and singer-songwriter traditions into something uniquely his own. Standouts like “High Hope,” “Maybe Not Tonight,” and the soul-stirring “Song of Good Hope” showcase his gift for intimate storytelling and heartfelt vocal delivery.

Recorded in New York and produced by Thomas Bartlett (Doveman), Rhythm and Repose features lush arrangements and subtle flourishes that support Hansard’s aching melodies. Strings swell gently, piano lines glimmer, and his voice—sometimes a whisper, sometimes a howl—pulls you into each track’s emotional core.

This isn’t just a solo album; it’s a soul excavation. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering his work, Rhythm and Repose offers a deeply resonant listening experience that lingers long after the final note fades. Honest, vulnerable, and full of quiet fire.