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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo acoustic flow
- fingerstyle guitar intricacies unfold
- inviting sing-along moments
- afternoon gathering energy
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced music
- seek heavy beats
Where this album fits
- Career 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
- Leo Kottke· Chet Atkins· Michael Hedges
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Limehouse Blues 3:36
- 2 Dixie Breakdown 3:12
- 3 Orange Mountain Special 2:26
- 4 Steel Guitar Rag 3:06
- 5 Roly Poly 2:36
- 6 Out of Nowhere 4:14
- 7 Big Beaver 3:30
- 8 String of Pearls 4:59
- 9 Canadian Sunset 5:01
- 10 Dixie McGuire 3:00
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