Between Five and Seven
John Gorka · 1996
49 min · 12 tracks · traditional folk music
A reflective journey through folk melodies, weaving personal narratives with Gorka's warm, resonant vocals.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey warm vocals for quiet evenings personal narratives that resonate deeply
- Context
- By the time 'Between Five and Seven' was released in 1996, John Gorka had established himself as a prominent figure in the folk scene, following his breakthrough album 'Land of the Bottom Line' in 1992. This album came during a period of increasing recognition for Gorka, solidifying his reputation as a songwriter with poignant storytelling.
- If you like
- traditional folk music
Between Five and Seven is an album by John Gorka, released in 1996. A reflective journey through folk melodies, weaving personal narratives with Gorka's warm, resonant vocals. 'Between Five and Seven' received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and musicality, contributing to Gorka's influence in contemporary folk music. The album is noted for its introspective themes and has been referenced by critics as an essential work that showcases the evolution of narrative-driven songwriting within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Between Five and Seven sound like?
A reflective journey through folk melodies, weaving personal narratives with Gorka's warm, resonant vocals. Rooted in traditional folk music.
What makes Between Five and Seven by John Gorka notable?
'Between Five and Seven' received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and musicality, contributing to Gorka's influence in contemporary folk music. The album is noted for its introspective themes and has been referenced by critics as an essential work that showcases the evolution of narrative-driven songwriting within the genre. By the time 'Between Five and Seven' was released in 1996, John Gorka had established himself as a prominent figure in the folk scene, following his breakthrough album 'Land of the Bottom Line' in 1992. This album came during a period of increasing recognition for Gorka, solidifying his reputation as a songwriter with poignant storytelling.
Who is Between Five and Seven for?
Between Five and Seven works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective journey, warm vocals for quiet evenings and personal narratives that resonate deeply.
How many songs are on Between Five and Seven?
Between Five and Seven has 12 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lightning's Blues Standout 3:53
- 2 Blue Chalk Standout 4:42
- 3 Can't Make Up My Mind 4:09
- 4 The Mortal Groove 3:26
- 5 My Invisible Gun 2:57
- 6 Part Of Your Own 3:30
- 7 Two Good Reasons 4:08
- 8 Airstream Bohemians 5:20
- 9 Paradise, Once 3:10
- 10 Campaign Trail Standout 4:06
- 11 Edgar The Party Man 3:26
- 12 Scraping Dixie 6:26
Release Date
January 1, 1996
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
49 min 17 sec
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