Checkin' Out the Ghosts
Kim Carnes · 1991
39 min · 10 tracks · country music
A blend of reflective lyricism and rich melodies that captures the essence of early '90s soft rock and country influences.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tears Edge Start here — This opening track sets a poignant tone with its haunting melodies and emotional depth, encapsulating the album's exploration of vulnerability.
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Independent Girl — A standout anthem celebrating autonomy, this track showcases Carnes' ability to blend catchy pop-rock with empowering themes.
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Checkin’ Out the Ghosts — The title track masterfully intertwines nostalgia and reflection, making it the thematic centerpiece of the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- short tracks for quick listening
- introspective themes of nostalgia
- conversational vibe for casual settings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer high-energy, fast-paced music
- want lengthy, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Solid entry in her catalog that may not be widely recognized or accessible.
- Themes
- early '90s nostalgia· small-town reflections· feminine independence
- Career context
- Released in 1991, Checkin' Out the Ghosts marked Kim Carnes' return after a five-year hiatus following her successful albums like Mistaken Identity. While not a commercial blockbuster, it showcased her continued evolution as an artist exploring deeper themes in her songwriting amidst changing musical landscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Toni Childs· Linda Ronstadt· Pat Benatar
Tracklist
- 1 Tears Edge Start here 4:42
- 2 River of Memories 5:06
- 3 Gypsy Honeymoon 4:17
- 4 Hangin’ On by a Thread 3:12
- 5 Look Through Children’s Eyes 4:34
- 6 Nothin’ Better Than Love 4:03
- 7 Independent Girl 3:26
- 8 Checkin’ Out the Ghosts 3:40
- 9 You Are Everything 3:29
- 10 Get Busy 3:29
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Living with Ghosts
Patty Griffin
Shares reflective lyricism and a rich, emotive soundscape rooted in folk and soft rock.
Come On Come On
Mary Chapin Carpenter
Explores themes of feminine independence and small-town life with a melodic soft rock approach.
Tuesday Night Music Club
Sheryl Crow
Captures early '90s nostalgia with rich melodies and introspective songwriting in a soft rock framework.
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