Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix
Not all albums stand the test of time, but plenty do and Australian music critic Stevie Nix will bring one to you each week. He'll cover all eras and most genres and tell you why each record is so revered and, equally, why it deserves to be. And he only uses six songs to do it.
Classic Albums. Hosted by Stevie Nix
Wild Wood by Paul Weller
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Released in 1993, Wild Wood is the sound of an artist stepping away from the noise and looking inward, trading urgency for atmosphere, and swagger for something far more grounded. There’s a looseness to the record, a warmth that feels almost handmade, as if Weller is rediscovering the simple act of playing music for its own sake. It draws deeply from the past, but never feels like imitation. Instead, it’s a conversation with those influences, filtered through Weller’s own evolving identity.
What makes Wild Wood endure is that sense of searching. This is not a record chasing hits or trends; it’s an artist questioning himself in real time. There’s introspection, doubt, and moments of quiet optimism woven through it, all carried by a voice that sounds lived-in rather than performed. Even the production choices — leaving in imperfections, embracing space — add to the feeling that you’re hearing something honest and unguarded.
Featured songs:
Sunflower
Can You Heal Us [Holy Man]
Wild Wood
Has My Fire Really Gone Out?
5th Season
Shadow Of The Sun