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Down Home

Seals and Crofts · 1970

35 min · 12 tracks · folk rock · pop rock · soft rock

A blend of soft rock melodies and folk-inspired storytelling creates an inviting, reflective soundscape.

Down Home is an album by Seals and Crofts, released in 1970. A blend of soft rock melodies and folk-inspired storytelling creates an inviting, reflective soundscape. 'Down Home' reached number 35 on the Billboard 200 chart and further solidified Seals and Crofts as key figures in the soft rock movement of the early 1970s. The album's blend of personal lyrics and catchy melodies contributed to the growing popularity of the genre during this era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Down Home sound like?

A blend of soft rock melodies and folk-inspired storytelling creates an inviting, reflective soundscape. Rooted in folk rock and pop rock.

What makes Down Home by Seals and Crofts notable?

'Down Home' reached number 35 on the Billboard 200 chart and further solidified Seals and Crofts as key figures in the soft rock movement of the early 1970s. The album's blend of personal lyrics and catchy melodies contributed to the growing popularity of the genre during this era. Released in September 1970, 'Down Home' is Seals and Crofts' second studio album, following their self-titled debut. At this point, the duo was gaining traction in the folk rock scene, building on the success of their previous work and beginning to define their signature sound.

How many songs are on Down Home?

Down Home has 12 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·35:48

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

  • 1 Ridin' Thumb Standout 3:50
  • 2 Hand-Me-Down Shoe Standout 3:28
  • 3 Purple Hand 2:36
  • 4 Robin 1:55
  • 5 Hollow Reed 3:31
  • 6 Gabriel Go on Home 3:54
  • 7 Tin Town 3:13
  • 8 Today 3:39
  • 9 Cotton Mouth Standout 3:42
  • 10 Granny Will Your Dog Bite 0:40
  • 11 Leave 4:55
  • 12 See My Life (reprise) [Hidden Track] 0:25

Release Date

September 1, 1970

Genre

folk rock, pop rock, soft rock

More albums in soft rock

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

35 min 48 sec