In 2013, Hozier scored a huge hit with Take Me To Church, which stuck to the top of the charts for weeks. His powerful voice and music with influences from soul, gospel and blues resulted in a penetrating debut. These elements can also be found on this second album. The opening track features guest vocals from none other than gospel singer . It pays homage to the protest song, which includes ,
… and Mavis Staples herself are honored. There is enormous power behind Hozier's music, which you can hear in his inspiring vocals, echoing gospel influences and swinging blues rock. As on his debut, he alternates ballads with uptempo songs. This is pop music with a story and a good dose of drama. Hozier proves with Wasteland, Baby! that he is certainly not a hit fly. (JvQ)more
