All the Good Times cover

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.

Why this album works

This album is significant for its role in popularizing folk-infused country rock during the early 1970s. The track 'Jambalaya (On the Bayou)' showcases their ability to bridge genres and received considerable airplay, contributing to the band's growing influence within the country music landscape.
Best for
steady pacing for relaxed listening gentle storytelling for quiet moments inviting sing-alongs with friends
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.
Stylistic neighbors
Neil Young· Bob Dylan· Jimmy Buffett

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sixteen Tracks 5:22
  • 2 Fish Song Standout 4:37
  • 3 Jambalaya (On the Bayou) Standout 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 Standout 1:56
  • 13 Diggy Liggy Lo 2:50

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