Album III
Loudon Wainwright III · 1972
32 min · 12 tracks · blues · folk · traditional folk music
A whimsical blend of folk and blues, laced with sharp wit and observational storytelling.
Why this album works
'Album III' is significant for its commercial performance, particularly due to the hit single 'Dead Skunk', which reached number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100. This success helped cement Wainwright's reputation in the folk-rock scene, influencing a generation of artists drawn to personal storytelling and humor in their songwriting.
- Best for
- whimsical storytelling with sharp wit steady mid-tempo for relaxed listening short tracks inviting repeat plays
- Context
- When 'Album III' was released in January 1972, Loudon Wainwright III was establishing himself as a unique voice in the singer-songwriter movement. Following the success of his self-titled debut in 1970, this album showcased his evolving musical style and lyrical prowess, building on the foundations he laid with his earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cher· Neil Young· Bob Dylan· Bruce Springsteen· Bon Jovi· Elvis Presley· Cyndi Lauper· Prince
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dead Skunk Standout 3:09
- 2 Red Guitar Standout 1:51
- 3 East Indian Princess 2:59
- 4 Muse Blues 2:56
- 5 Hometeam Crowd 1:52
- 6 B Side 2:28
- 7 Needless to Say Standout 3:17
- 8 Smokey Joe's Cafe 2:34
- 9 New Paint 3:03
- 10 Trilogy (Circa 1967) 3:14
- 11 Drinking Song 2:57
- 12 Say That You Love Me 2:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.