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Close Ties

Rodney Crowell · 2017

43 min · 10 tracks · country

A reflective blend of traditional country storytelling and modern musicality, rich with personal narratives.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective journey
  • personal narratives that resonate deeply
  • for thoughtful afternoon drives
  • rich storytelling for quiet moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek instant gratification tracks
  • prefer high-energy party music

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Close Ties' was released in 2017, Rodney Crowell was an established figure in country music, having already won multiple Grammy awards. This album came after his 2014 project 'Tarpaper Sky', marking a continued exploration of personal themes and relationships in his songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Guy Clark· Steve Earle· John Prine

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 East Houston Blues 3:36
  • 2 Reckless 3:30
  • 3 Life Without Susanna 4:11
  • 4 It Ain’t Over Yet 5:13
  • 5 I Don’t Care Anymore 4:28
  • 6 I’m Tied to Ya 3:59
  • 7 Forgive Me Annabelle 4:08
  • 8 Forty Miles From Nowhere 5:59
  • 9 Storm Warning 4:37
  • 10 Nashville 1972 3:53

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