Released 40 years ago
Follow Your Footsteps
Jandek · 1986
48 min · 13 tracks · blues · folk · traditional folk music
A haunting blend of raw, unfiltered emotion and unconventional song structures that defy traditional folk norms.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with resolution
- haunting emotional resonance throughout
- dynamic journey of raw expression
- short tracks invite repeated listens
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1986, 'Follow Your Footsteps' was Jandek's second album, coming just a year after his enigmatic debut. At this point, he was beginning to carve out his unique niche in the outsider music scene, showcasing an evolution in his songwriting and thematic depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Residents· Daniel Johnston· Scott Walker
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Honey 3:30
- 2 What Do You Want to Sing 2:16
- 3 Jaws of Murmur 5:35
- 4 Preacher 4:17
- 5 Didn’t Ask Why 3:28
- 6 Leave All You Have 3:57
- 7 I Know You Well 3:12
- 8 Dearly Need Some Words 7:14
- 9 Straight Thirty Seconds 2:52
- 10 Bring on Fatima 2:50
- 11 For Today 4:09
- 12 Collection 3:54
- 13 We’re All Through 1:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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