We took a break from effusive praise of the new Laura Marling record last week with her Bruce Springsteen duet cover, but back to 2013’s first-half topic at hand: Once I Was An Eagle is now streaming in full — complete with “Master Hunter,” that opening 4-song medley, and a cohesive journey characteristic of any Ethan Johns-produced LP. First impression: this is her best record to date, covering indelible simple numbers, sprawling character studies, and more. Take it from start to finish here or below:
