From Out of Nowhere
Tommy Emmanuel · 1979
35 min · 10 tracks · blues · country · contemporary folk music
A vibrant blend of fingerstyle guitar mastery interwoven with rich blues and folk influences.
Why this album works
'From Out of Nowhere' is significant for showcasing Tommy Emmanuel's virtuosic guitar skills and helping to popularize fingerstyle guitar in contemporary music. The album received positive critical reception and has influenced aspiring guitarists, contributing to Emmanuel's later recognition as one of the leading acoustic guitarists worldwide.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo acoustic flow fingerstyle guitar intricacies unfold inviting sing-along moments
- Context
- Released in 1979, 'From Out of Nowhere' was Tommy Emmanuel's debut album, marking his entrance into the music scene after honing his skills as a session guitarist. At this point in his career, he had already garnered acclaim in Australia but was yet to reach a broader audience internationally. This album laid the groundwork for his signature acoustic style and established him as a formidable talent in the instrumental guitar genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Little River Band· Crowded House· Powderfinger· The Living End· Rick Springfield· Diesel· Russell Morris· Icehouse
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Limehouse Blues Standout 3:36
- 2 Dixie Breakdown Standout 3:12
- 3 Orange Mountain Special 2:26
- 4 Steel Guitar Rag 3:06
- 5 Roly Poly 2:36
- 6 Out of Nowhere Standout 4:14
- 7 Big Beaver 3:30
- 8 String of Pearls 4:59
- 9 Canadian Sunset 5:01
- 10 Dixie McGuire 3:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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