Between Two Shores

Released in 2018, Between Two Shores represents a period of refinement in Glen Hansard's solo career. Following the sprawling 'Didn't He Ramble', this ten-track collection was largely self-produced and recorded during sessions in France. The album is notable for its shift toward a soul-inflected sound, moving away from the 'chamber folk' arrangements of his previous work in favor of a tighter, more rhythmic approach. Critics noted the influence of the 'Caledonian Soul' tradition, praising Hansard's ability to balance his signature grit with a newfound sense of composure. While it lacks the radio-ready hooks of his 'Once' era, it is widely regarded as one of his most cohesive and mature statements, focusing on themes of navigation, loss, and the passage of time. The record performed well on Billboard's Folk and Alternative charts, cementing his status as a premiere voice in modern roots music.