Friends of Mine
Ramblin' Jack Elliott · 1998
48 min · 13 tracks · country · traditional folk music
A reflective blend of traditional folk and country, echoing stories of Americana through poignant storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady storytelling with reflective moments
- for quiet afternoon listening
- narrative flow across all tracks
- evocative tales of americana
- intimate sessions with close friends
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy dance tracks
- prefer standalone singles over cohesion
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1998, Ramblin' Jack Elliott was well-established as a folk music icon, known for his influence on artists like Bob Dylan. 'Friends of Mine' marked his return to recording after several years, showcasing his enduring ability to interpret classic American songs with a personal touch.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Woody Guthrie· Pete Seeger· John Prine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Riding Down the Canyon 4:25
- 2 Me and Billy the Kid 3:49
- 3 Last Letter 5:08
- 4 Louise 4:46
- 5 Rex's Blues 2:38
- 6 Walls of Red Wing 4:33
- 7 Hard Travelin' 2:47
- 8 He Was a Friend of Mine 3:27
- 9 Dark as as a Dungeon 4:44
- 10 Friend of the Devil 4:17
- 11 Reason to Believe 3:28
- 12 Bleeker Street Blues 3:55
- 13 Old Time Feelin' 0:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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