Abandoned Garden
Michael Franks · 1993
57 min · 11 tracks · pop music · rock music
A lush tapestry of jazz-inflected pop melodies intertwined with introspective lyrics and evocative storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- introspective storytelling journeys
- contemplative afternoon vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1993, Michael Franks had established himself as a respected figure in the adult contemporary scene, with 'Abandoned Garden' being his ninth studio album. This release followed the moderately successful 'Skin Dive' (1992), showcasing his continued evolution as a songwriter and musician. At this stage, he was honing his signature blend of sophisticated lyrics and smooth instrumentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kenny Loggins· James Taylor· Paul Simon
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 This Must Be Paradise 6:10
- 2 Like Water, Like Wind 5:19
- 3 A Fool's Errand 4:37
- 4 Hourglass 4:45
- 5 Cinema 4:53
- 6 Eighteen Aprils 4:37
- 7 Somehow Our Love Survives 5:00
- 8 Without Your Love 5:23
- 9 In the Yellow House 5:21
- 10 Bird of Paradise 5:41
- 11 Abandoned Garden 5:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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