Diamonds & Rust in the Bullring cover

Diamonds & Rust in the Bullring

Joan Baez · 1988

43 min · 12 tracks · country · folk · traditional folk music

A poignant blend of folk and Latin influences, weaving together themes of love, loss, and resilience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady reflective listening experience
  • poignant themes of love and
  • soulful moments for quiet contemplation
  • intimate storytelling through song
  • emotional resonance with personal narratives

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy party vibes
  • prefer instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1988, 'Diamonds & Rust in the Bullring' marked Joan Baez's return to the studio after a hiatus following her 1983 album 'Speaking of Dreams'. At this point in her career, Baez was celebrated as a legendary figure in folk music, using her platform to address social issues while revisiting classic songs with fresh interpretations.
Stylistic neighbors
Joni Mitchell· Leonard Cohen· Odetta

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Diamonds and Rust 3:45
  • 2 Ain't Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me Around 1:22
  • 3 No Woman No Cry 3:45
  • 4 Famous Blue Raincoat 4:58
  • 5 Swing Low Sweet Chariot 3:41
  • 6 Let It Be 3:59
  • 7 El preso número nueve 3:14
  • 8 Llegó con tres heridas 2:38
  • 9 Txoria txori 2:54
  • 10 Ellas danzan solas (cueca sola) 5:35
  • 11 Gracias a la vida 6:05
  • 12 No nos moverán 1:22

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