Diamonds & Rust
Joan Baez · 1975
41 min · 11 tracks · country · folk · traditional folk music
A poignant blend of folk and rock that reflects on love, loss, and nostalgia with soulful storytelling.
Why this album works
- Best for
- poignant storytelling experiences steady, consistent pacing reflective and nostalgic moods
- Context
- Released in 1975, 'Diamonds & Rust' was Joan Baez's first album after a five-year hiatus from recording. This period saw her shifting focus toward more personal songwriting, reflecting her evolution as an artist beyond her iconic protest music roots. The album marked a significant return to the spotlight for Baez.
- If you like
- country, folk, traditional folk music
Diamonds & Rust is an album by Joan Baez, released in 1975. A poignant blend of folk and rock that reflects on love, loss, and nostalgia with soulful storytelling. 'Diamonds & Rust' is notable for its critical acclaim, including a spot on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 greatest albums of all time. The album features the title track, which has been interpreted as a reflection on Baez's relationship with Bob Dylan, contributing to its cultural significance within the folk music canon. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Diamonds & Rust sound like?
A poignant blend of folk and rock that reflects on love, loss, and nostalgia with soulful storytelling. Rooted in country and folk.
What makes Diamonds & Rust by Joan Baez notable?
'Diamonds & Rust' is notable for its critical acclaim, including a spot on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 greatest albums of all time. The album features the title track, which has been interpreted as a reflection on Baez's relationship with Bob Dylan, contributing to its cultural significance within the folk music canon. Released in 1975, 'Diamonds & Rust' was Joan Baez's first album after a five-year hiatus from recording. This period saw her shifting focus toward more personal songwriting, reflecting her evolution as an artist beyond her iconic protest music roots. The album marked a significant return to the spotlight for Baez.
Who is Diamonds & Rust for?
Diamonds & Rust works well if you're into poignant storytelling experiences, steady, consistent pacing and reflective and nostalgic moods.
How many songs are on Diamonds & Rust?
Diamonds & Rust has 11 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Diamonds & Rust Standout 4:46
- 2 Fountain of Sorrow Standout 4:30
- 3 Never Dreamed You'd Leave in Summer 2:45
- 4 Children and All That Jazz 3:07
- 5 Simple Twist of Fate Standout 4:45
- 6 Blue Sky 2:45
- 7 Hello in There 3:04
- 8 Jesse 4:28
- 9 Winds of the Old Days 3:55
- 10 Dida 3:27
- 11 Medley: I Dream of Jeannie / Danny Boy 4:10
Release Date
April 1, 1975
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
41 min 46 sec
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