Why this album works
- Best for
- reflective listening moments steady, consistent pacing nostalgic background ambiance
- Context
- Released in 2011, 'Back Pages' is America’s first studio album in over a decade, following the 2007 live album 'Here & Now'. At this point, founding members Dewey Bunnell and Gerry Beckley sought to revisit classic songs that influenced their sound, marking a return to their roots after years of limited studio activity.
- If you like
- folk rock
Back Pages is an album by America, released in 2011. A reflective collection of poignant folk rock covers layered with nostalgia and rich harmonies. 'Back Pages' received positive critical reception, highlighted by its thoughtful interpretations of iconic tracks. The album exemplified America's enduring legacy within the folk rock genre while showcasing their ability to reinterpret classics for a new generation. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Back Pages sound like?
A reflective collection of poignant folk rock covers layered with nostalgia and rich harmonies. Rooted in folk rock.
What makes Back Pages by America notable?
'Back Pages' received positive critical reception, highlighted by its thoughtful interpretations of iconic tracks. The album exemplified America's enduring legacy within the folk rock genre while showcasing their ability to reinterpret classics for a new generation. Released in 2011, 'Back Pages' is America’s first studio album in over a decade, following the 2007 live album 'Here & Now'. At this point, founding members Dewey Bunnell and Gerry Beckley sought to revisit classic songs that influenced their sound, marking a return to their roots after years of limited studio activity.
Who is Back Pages for?
Back Pages works well if you're into reflective listening moments, steady, consistent pacing and nostalgic background ambiance.
How many songs are on Back Pages?
Back Pages has 12 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 America 3:40
- 2 A Road Song 3:15
- 3 Woodstock Standout 3:53
- 4 Caroline No 3:23
- 5 Someday We’ll Know 3:38
- 6 Sailing to Philadelphia Standout 4:57
- 7 Crying in My Sleep 4:41
- 8 Time of the Season 3:40
- 9 Something in the Way She Moves 4:21
- 10 On the Way Home 2:38
- 11 Til I Hear It From You 3:45
- 12 My Back Pages Standout 4:24
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