Ain't No Saint
John Martyn · 2008
312 min · 61 tracks · traditional folk music
A rich blend of folk, rock, and jazz textures melds with Martyn's soulful voice across introspective narratives.
Why this album works
The album received positive critical acclaim, with particular praise for Martyn's vocal delivery and songwriting depth. It highlighted his influence in the folk-rock genre, cementing his legacy as an artist who bridges traditional and contemporary musical styles. 'Ain't No Saint' also appeared in several year-end lists for its artistic merit.
- Best for
- dynamic exploration with emotional peaks introspective narratives for deep listening wave-like pacing for reflective moments
- Context
- Released in 2008, 'Ain't No Saint' marked John Martyn's first album since his recovery from health issues and a long hiatus. This album showcased his continued evolution as an artist, reflecting on personal struggles while maintaining his signature sound that blends genres. It came at a time when he was rediscovering his musical identity after decades in the industry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Ringo Starr· The Who· Elton John· John Lennon· Paul McCartney· Queen· Eric Clapton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Fairy Tale Lullaby 2:51
- 2 Sing a Song of Summer 2:19
- 3 Stormbringer 4:17
- 4 Tree Garden 3:10
- 5 Head and Heart Standout 4:52
- 6 In the Evening 4:06
- 7 Solid Air Standout 5:47
- 8 Keep On 4:58
- 9 The Glory of Love 2:16
- 10 Go Down Easy 3:37
- 11 Ain’t No Saint (instrumental) 5:55
- 12 Fine Lines 3:49
- 13 Eight More Miles 2:03
- 14 Call Me Crazy 7:26
- 15 Black Man at Your Shoulder Standout 7:22
- 16 For the Love of You 5:05
- 17 Working It Out 2:44
- 18 Couldn’t Love You More 3:05
Disc 2
- 1 Advertisement 0:34
- 2 Small Hours (instrumental) 10:20
- 3 Anna 4:13
- 4 Lookin’ On 5:16
- 5 Amsterdam 5:29
- 6 Hung Up 4:00
- 7 Acid Rain 4:12
- 8 Who Believes in Angels 4:57
- 9 The Apprentice 4:22
- 10 Hole in the Rain 4:40
- 11 One World 6:27
- 12 Sunday’s Child 6:12
- 13 Carmine 5:29
- 14 The Sky Is Crying 4:01
- 15 So Sweet 4:50
- 16 Back to Marseilles 4:20
Disc 3
- 1 Bless the Weather 11:49
- 2 Make No Mistake 5:16
- 3 So Much in Love With You 5:55
- 4 Spencer the Rover 4:07
- 5 My Baby Girl 2:48
- 6 You Can Discover 5:15
- 7 Solid Air Standout 7:00
- 8 I’d Rather Be the Devil (Devil Got My Woman) 8:55
- 9 Outside In 13:09
- 10 Advertisement 0:17
- 11 Big Muff 9:32
- 12 One Day Without You 3:27
Disc 4
- 1 Dealer 7:14
- 2 Smiling Stranger 7:44
- 3 Johnny Too Bad 3:56
- 4 Hurt in Your Heart 6:49
- 5 John Wayne 6:37
- 6 Angeline 5:21
- 7 Mad Dog Days 5:12
- 8 The Moment 4:16
- 9 Fisherman’s Dream 5:06
- 10 Sweet Little Mystery 5:55
- 11 May You Never 5:37
- 12 Step It Up 3:47
- 13 Sunshine’s Better 5:05
- 14 One for the Road 3:28
- 15 Over the Hill 3:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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