End of the Summer
Dar Williams · 1997
43 min · 11 tracks · country · folk · traditional folk music
A poignant blend of folk and country that captures the bittersweet nuances of growing up and nostalgia.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- bittersweet nostalgia of youth
- steady melodic journey throughout
- reflective moments for introspection
- background soundtrack for contemplation
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer instant gratification songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 1997, Dar Williams was releasing her third studio album, 'End of the Summer,' following her critically acclaimed album 'The Honesty Room' (1993). By this time, she had established herself as a prominent voice in the folk music scene, known for her storytelling and introspective lyrics. This album further solidified her place in the genre, showcasing her growth as a songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lucy Kaplansky· Nanci Griffith· Mary Chapin Carpenter
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Are You Out There 3:04
- 2 Party Generation 5:09
- 3 If I Wrote You 3:52
- 4 What Do You Hear in These Sounds 4:30
- 5 The End of the Summer 4:12
- 6 Teenagers, Kick Our Butts 3:36
- 7 My Friends 4:07
- 8 Bought and Sold 4:35
- 9 Road Buddy 4:20
- 10 It's a War in There 2:55
- 11 Better Things 3:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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