Chinatown
The Be Good Tanyas · 2003
56 min · 14 tracks · traditional folk music
A soulful blend of traditional folk and haunting harmonies that evoke a sense of longing and nostalgia.
Chinatown is an album by The Be Good Tanyas, released in 2003. A soulful blend of traditional folk and haunting harmonies that evoke a sense of longing and nostalgia. 'Chinatown' received positive critical acclaim and helped the band gain a wider audience, showcasing their ability to reinterpret classic folk songs. The album contributed to the early 2000s folk revival, influencing subsequent artists and movements within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Chinatown sound like?
A soulful blend of traditional folk and haunting harmonies that evoke a sense of longing and nostalgia. Rooted in traditional folk music.
What makes Chinatown by The Be Good Tanyas notable?
'Chinatown' received positive critical acclaim and helped the band gain a wider audience, showcasing their ability to reinterpret classic folk songs. The album contributed to the early 2000s folk revival, influencing subsequent artists and movements within the genre. Released in 2003, 'Chinatown' was The Be Good Tanyas' second album, following their critically acclaimed debut, 'Blue Horse.' At this point in their career, they were solidifying their presence in the indie folk scene while exploring deeper narratives through their music.
How many songs are on Chinatown?
Chinatown has 14 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It’s Not Happening 2:41
- 2 Waiting Around to Die Standout 5:13
- 3 The Junkie Song 3:47
- 4 Ship Out on the Sea 4:13
- 5 Dogsong 2 5:08
- 6 Rowdy Blues 3:32
- 7 Reuben 4:23
- 8 House of the Rising Sun Standout 3:49
- 9 In Spite of All the Damage Standout 3:59
- 10 Lonesome Blues 4:17
- 11 In My Time of Dying 3:43
- 12 I Wish My Baby Was Born 3:50
- 13 Horses 4:01
- 14 Midnight Moonlight 3:45
Release Date
January 1, 2003
Artist Origin
Canada
Runtime
56 min 28 sec
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