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Exit Strategy of the Soul

Ron Sexsmith · 2008

44 min · 14 tracks · folk

Intimate melodies and reflective lyrics weave through a tapestry of folk-pop sensibilities.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate melodies for quiet moments
  • steady pacing for reflective listening
  • thoughtful lyrics in cozy settings
  • mid-tempo flow for relaxed vibes

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2008, Ron Sexsmith was already an established artist with several acclaimed albums, including 'Retriever' (2006) and 'Time Being' (2001). 'Exit Strategy of the Soul' marks his ninth studio album, showcasing his continued evolution as a songwriter after gaining recognition in the late 1990s.
Stylistic neighbors
Nick Drake· Sufjan Stevens· James Taylor

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Spiritude 1:30
  • 2 This Is How I Know 3:49
  • 3 One Last Round 3:10
  • 4 Ghost of a Chance 3:38
  • 5 Thoughts and Prayers 2:52
  • 6 Brandy Alexander 3:27
  • 7 Traveling Alone 3:44
  • 8 Poor Helpless Dreams 3:50
  • 9 Hard Time 3:11
  • 10 The Impossible World 2:50
  • 11 Chased by Love 3:37
  • 12 Brighter Still 3:40
  • 13 Music to My Ears 2:58
  • 14 Dawn Anna 2:14

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