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All Our Own Work

Strawbs · 1973

36 min · 13 tracks · progressive rock

A blend of folk-infused melodies and intricate harmonies showcasing the band's early progressive rock tendencies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady reflective listening experience
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • thoughtful melodies for introspection
  • gentle harmonies for relaxed vibes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer high-energy music
  • seek lengthy immersive albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1973, 'All Our Own Work' marked Strawbs' transition from folk rock to a more progressive sound. This album came shortly after their previous release, 'Dragonfly,' which had begun to establish their unique style, setting the stage for their later commercial successes.
Stylistic neighbors
Camel· Genesis· Yes

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Nothing Else Will Do 2:22
  • 2 Who Knows Where the Time Goes? 4:05
  • 3 How Everyone but Sam Was a Hypocrite 2:45
  • 4 Sail Away to the Sea 3:21
  • 5 And You Need Me 3:14
  • 6 Poor Jimmy Wilson 2:31
  • 7 All I Need Is You 2:19
  • 8 Tell Me What You See in Me 3:38
  • 9 I've Been My Own Worst Friend 2:39
  • 10 On My Way 3:04
  • 11 Two Weeks Last Summer 2:04
  • 12 Always on My Mind 1:50
  • 13 Stay Awhile With Me 2:23

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata