Released 24 years ago this August
Folklore
16 Horsepower · 2002
37 min · 10 tracks · alternative country
A haunting blend of Americana, alternative country, and gothic influences entwined with evocative storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey
- haunting storytelling with depth
- late-night introspection and solitude
- evocative narratives that linger
Maybe skip if you want
- seek instant gratification
- prefer upbeat party vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Folklore' was released in 2002, 16 Horsepower was transitioning from their earlier raw sound to a more polished, atmospheric approach. This album came after their critically acclaimed 'Sackcloth 'n' Ashes' and further solidified their unique place in the alternative country landscape. It marked a peak in their artistic expression as they began to gain broader recognition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Old Crow Medicine Show· Emmylou Harris· Dave Alvin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hutterite Mile 4:04
- 2 Outlaw Song 4:29
- 3 Blessed Persistence 4:06
- 4 Alone and Forsaken 2:49
- 5 Single Girl 2:35
- 6 Beyond the Pale 3:45
- 7 Horse Head Fiddle 4:50
- 8 Sinnerman 4:15
- 9 Flutter 4:04
- 10 La Robe à parasol 2:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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