Flowing Free Forever cover

Released 50 years ago

Flowing Free Forever

Michael Martin Murphey · 1976

42 min · 10 tracks · country

A tapestry of country storytelling intertwined with expansive western melodies and heartfelt introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic storytelling journey
  • heartfelt introspection on life
  • evocative imagery of the west
  • for reflective afternoons

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of fast-paced tracks
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1976, 'Flowing Free Forever' was Michael Martin Murphey's third studio album, following his breakthrough success with 'Cosmic Cowboy Souvenirs.' At this point, Murphey was solidifying his reputation as a prominent figure in the country and western music scene, blending traditional sounds with contemporary themes.
Stylistic neighbors
John Denver· Willie Nelson· Jim Croce

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Flowing Free Forever 4:11
  • 2 A North Wind and a New Moon 4:51
  • 3 Cherokee Fiddle 3:28
  • 4 See How All the Horses Come Dancing 4:32
  • 5 Yellow House 5:11
  • 6 Changing Woman 4:03
  • 7 High Country Caravan (aka “Song for Stephen Stills”) 4:33
  • 8 Running Wide Open 3:22
  • 9 Our Lady of Sante Fe 2:25
  • 10 The Wandering Minstrel 5:24

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