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5

Joan Baez · 1964

41 min · 12 tracks · country · folk · traditional folk music

A tapestry of folk traditions woven with Baez's haunting vocals and poignant storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • poignant storytelling moments
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • contemplative reflective moods

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1964, '5' marks Joan Baez's fifth studio album, solidifying her as a leading voice in the folk revival movement. At this point, she had already gained significant recognition following her breakthrough with 'Joan Baez' in 1960 and subsequent albums. This album came amid the height of her career, during an era when folk music was gaining traction in American popular culture.
Stylistic neighbors
Joni Mitchell· Leonard Cohen· Odetta

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 There but for Fortune 3:15
  • 2 Stewball 3:00
  • 3 It Ain’t Me Babe 3:20
  • 4 The Death of Queen Jane (Child No. 170) 3:52
  • 5 Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5: Aria 6:18
  • 6 Go ’way From My Window 2:14
  • 7 I Still Miss Someone 3:14
  • 8 When You Hear Them Cuckoos Hollerin’ 2:48
  • 9 Birmingham Sunday 4:03
  • 10 So We’ll Go No More A-Roving 1:44
  • 11 O’Cangaceiro 2:22
  • 12 The Unquiet Grave (Child No. 78) 5:20

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