An Evening of New York Songs and Stories
Suzanne Vega · 2020
63 min · 24 tracks · alternative rock
A poignant blend of storytelling and melody that captures the essence of New York's vibrant culture.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its intimate portrayal of New York City, encapsulating the city's spirit through Vega's iconic songs and new narratives. It received positive critical acclaim, highlighting Vega's enduring influence on contemporary folk and alternative rock music, while also resonating with audiences during a time when live performances were scarce due to the pandemic.
- Best for
- story-driven moments of nostalgia intimate reflections on city life wave-like pacing with peaks
- Context
- In 2020, Suzanne Vega released 'An Evening of New York Songs and Stories' as a reflective project during a period of personal and global upheaval. This album follows her previous work, 'Tales from the Realm of the Queen of Pentacles' (2014), showcasing her continued evolution as a storyteller and artist. Vega's return to live recordings emphasizes her connection to New York City, a central theme in her career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Linkin Park· Green Day· Beck· R.E.M.· Tori Amos· Nine Inch Nails· Sonic Youth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Marlene on the Wall 4:19
- 2 Luka Standout 4:03
- 3 ‘So How Many People Are Here From Out of Town?’ 0:44
- 4 New York Is a Woman 3:16
- 5 ‘This Next Song Takes Place on 59th Street…’ 0:39
- 6 Frank and Ava 2:43
- 7 ‘So I Myself Came to New York City When I Was 2 ½ Years Old’ 0:26
- 8 Gypsy 4:28
- 9 Freeze Tag 2:52
- 10 Pornographer’s Dream 3:39
- 11 ‘This Next Song Is Called New York Is My Destination’ 0:21
- 12 New York Is My Destination Standout 3:19
- 13 ‘The First Time I Saw Lou Reed…’ 0:50
- 14 Walk on the Wild Side 4:15
- 15 Ludlow Street 3:33
- 16 Cracking 3:03
- 17 ‘And Now We’ve Got a Song About Those Times…’ 0:07
- 18 Some Journey 4:49
- 19 ‘I’m Gonna Close With This Song…’ 0:10
- 20 Tom’s Diner Standout 5:03
- 21 ‘Would You Like Another One?’ 0:17
- 22 Anniversary 3:03
- 23 Tombstone 3:02
- 24 Thin Man 4:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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