Closing Time
Tom Waits · 1973
45 min · 12 tracks · blues · jazz
A smoky blend of jazz-inflected melodies and poetic storytelling, steeped in barroom nostalgia.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady reflective listening sessions
- intimate late-night vibes
- poetic storytelling immersion
- nostalgic contemplative moods
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Upon its release in 1973, 'Closing Time' marked Tom Waits' debut album, introducing his distinctive voice and lyrical style to the music scene. At this early stage of his career, he was still largely unknown but began to carve out a unique niche within the burgeoning singer-songwriter movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leonard Cohen· Nick Cave· Captain Beefheart
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ol’ ’55 3:57
- 2 I Hope That I Don’t Fall in Love With You 3:54
- 3 Virginia Avenue 3:10
- 4 Old Shoes (& Picture Postcards) 3:40
- 5 Midnight Lullaby 3:26
- 6 Martha 4:30
- 7 Rosie 4:03
- 8 Lonely 3:12
- 9 Ice Cream Man 3:05
- 10 Little Trip to Heaven (on the Wings of Your Love) 3:38
- 11 Grapefruit Moon 4:50
- 12 Closing Time 4:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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