Blessed Are...
Joan Baez · 1971
86 min · 22 tracks · country · folk · traditional folk music
A vibrant tapestry of folk and country sounds woven with poignant storytelling and social consciousness.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions poignant storytelling focus
- Context
- By the time 'Blessed Are...' was released in July 1971, Joan Baez was already an established figure in the folk music scene, known for her activism and powerful vocals. This album marked her transition into a more mainstream sound while continuing to address social issues, following her previous work 'Joan' from 1967. It showcased Baez's ability to blend traditional folk elements with contemporary themes, further solidifying her influence in music and activism.
- If you like
- country, folk, traditional folk music
Blessed Are... is an album by Joan Baez, released in 1971. A vibrant tapestry of folk and country sounds woven with poignant storytelling and social consciousness. This album is significant as it features Baez's rendition of 'The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down,' which has since become a classic and is often associated with the cultural narrative of the American South. Additionally, the album reflects Baez's ongoing commitment to social justice during a tumultuous era in American history, resonating with audiences at the time and influencing future generations of folk musicians. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Blessed Are... sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of folk and country sounds woven with poignant storytelling and social consciousness. Rooted in country and folk.
What makes Blessed Are... by Joan Baez notable?
This album is significant as it features Baez's rendition of 'The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down,' which has since become a classic and is often associated with the cultural narrative of the American South. Additionally, the album reflects Baez's ongoing commitment to social justice during a tumultuous era in American history, resonating with audiences at the time and influencing future generations of folk musicians. By the time 'Blessed Are...' was released in July 1971, Joan Baez was already an established figure in the folk music scene, known for her activism and powerful vocals. This album marked her transition into a more mainstream sound while continuing to address social issues, following her previous work 'Joan' from 1967. It showcased Baez's ability to blend traditional folk elements with contemporary themes, further solidifying her influence in music and activism.
Who is Blessed Are... for?
Blessed Are... works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and poignant storytelling focus.
How many songs are on Blessed Are...?
Blessed Are... has 22 tracks, running approximately 86 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Blessed Are... 3:06
- 2 The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down Standout 3:26
- 3 The Salt of the Earth 3:25
- 4 Three Horses 7:06
- 5 The Brand New Tennessee Waltz 3:11
- 6 Last, Lonely and Wretched 3:46
- 7 Lincoln Freed Me Today (The Slave) 3:24
- 8 Outside the Nashville City Limits 3:25
- 9 San Francisco Mabel Joy 4:27
- 10 When Time Is Stolen 3:02
- 11 Heaven Help Us All 3:36
- 12 Angeline 3:40
- 13 Help Me Make It Through the Night 3:02
- 14 Let It Be 3:51
- 15 Put Your Hand in the Hand Standout 3:24
- 16 Gabriel and Me 3:31
- 17 Milanese Waltz / Marie Flore 5:59
- 18 The Hitchhiker's Song 4:23
- 19 The 33rd of August 3:46
- 20 Fifteen Months 4:29
Disc 2
- 1 Deportee (Plane Wreck at Los Gatos) Standout 5:17
- 2 Maria Dolores 3:24
Release Date
July 1, 1971
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
86 min 45 sec
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