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Released 20 years ago

9th Ward Pickin Parlor

Shawn Mullins · 2006

56 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · country

A heartfelt blend of acoustic storytelling and rootsy melodies steeped in Southern influences.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • heartfelt storytelling moments
  • steady progression with peaks
  • immersive acoustic reflections
  • contemplative late-night listening

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time '9th Ward Pickin Parlor' was released in 2006, Shawn Mullins was transitioning from his breakthrough with 'Lullaby' in the late 90s to a more introspective style. This album followed a period of personal exploration and marked a return to his folk roots after experimenting with pop sounds.
Stylistic neighbors
David Gray· Gavin DeGraw· John Mayer

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Blue as You 3:14
  • 2 Beautiful Wreck 4:09
  • 3 Cold Black Heart 4:24
  • 4 Faith 4:21
  • 5 Homemade Wine 4:04
  • 6 Talkin' Goin' to Alaska Blues 3:49
  • 7 We Could Go and Start Again 3:41
  • 8 Kelly's Song 2:18
  • 9 Find Love 4:09
  • 10 All Fall Down 5:56
  • 11 Lay Down Your Swords, Boys 6:45
  • 12 Solitaire 3:21
  • 13 House of the Rising Sun 5:57

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