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All the Good Times

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band · 1971

44 min · 13 tracks · folk rock · country rock

A vibrant blend of folk, country, and rock that evokes the spirit of American storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for relaxed listening
  • gentle storytelling for quiet moments
  • inviting sing-alongs with friends
  • nostalgic themes of simpler times

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer heavy, intense soundscapes

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — Solid entry in their catalog that showcases their genre-blending style.
Themes
American storytelling· Civil War reflections· Bayou celebrations
Career context
Released in 1971, 'All the Good Times' was the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band's fifth album, following their notable breakthrough with 'Will the Circle Be Unbroken'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their place in the Americana scene, embracing a mix of traditional and contemporary sounds.
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Will the Circle Be Unbroken — Continues the blend of folk and country with rich storytelling themes.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Music from Big Pink by The Band — Shares a rich tapestry of Americana storytelling with rootsy instrumentation and reflective lyrics.
Sweet Revenge by John Prine — Combines folk and country elements, featuring narrative-driven songs that evoke American life and history.
Sweetheart of the Rodeo by The Byrds — Merges country rock with folk influences, celebrating themes of Americana and social reflection.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "Sixteen Tracks".

  • 1 Sixteen Tracks Start here 5:22
  • 2 Fish Song 4:37
  • 3 Jambalaya (On the Bayou) 3:27
  • 4 Down in Texas 3:22
  • 5 Creepin' 'round Your Back Door 2:55
  • 6 Daisy 2:56
  • 7 Slim Carter 3:06
  • 8 Hoping to Say 3:25
  • 9 Baltimore 3:44
  • 10 Jamaica, Say You Will 3:34
  • 11 Do You Feel It Too 3:23
  • 12 Civil War Trilogy 1:56
  • 13 Diggy Liggy Lo 2:50

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