10 Songs for the New Depression
Loudon Wainwright III · 2010
30 min · 10 tracks · blues · folk · traditional folk music
A collection of sardonic folk songs that capture economic despair with sharp wit and poignant storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- sardonic wit with sharp storytelling
- quick bursts of pointed commentary
- reflective moments on economic despair
- engaging narratives for thoughtful listening
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat party anthems
- prefer longer immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Loudon Wainwright III released '10 Songs for the New Depression' in July 2010, he was well into his career, having established a reputation for blending humor and poignancy in his songwriting. This album emerged shortly after the financial crisis of 2008, reflecting Wainwright's continued evolution as an artist who tackles contemporary issues through a personal lens.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Prine· Steve Goodman· Ramblin' Jack Elliott
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Times Is Hard 2:56
- 2 House 4:19
- 3 On to Victory, Mr Roosevelt 2:35
- 4 Fear Itself 2:34
- 5 The Panic Is On 2:56
- 6 The Krugman Blues 3:11
- 7 Halloween 2009 2:40
- 8 Middle of the Night 3:09
- 9 Cash for Clunkers 3:02
- 10 Got a Ukulele 2:39
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