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Gliding Bird

Emmylou Harris · 1970

34 min · 10 tracks · folk · gospel · bluegrass music

A tender blend of folk, country, and gospel, rich with emotive storytelling and delicate instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • tender storytelling for quiet evenings
  • warm melodies for cozy gatherings
  • emotive narratives that invite introspection

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party anthems
  • prefer longer, sprawling compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1970, 'Gliding Bird' was Emmylou Harris's debut album, emerging as she began to establish her presence in the Americana scene. This album came shortly after her stint as a backing vocalist for revered artists like Gram Parsons, marking her transition into a solo artist with a distinct voice.
Stylistic neighbors
Lucinda Williams· Gillian Welch· Alison Krauss

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 I'll Be Your Baby Tonight 2:55
  • 2 Fugue for the Ox 2:33
  • 3 I Saw the Light 2:53
  • 4 Clocks 3:06
  • 5 Black Gypsy 5:59
  • 6 Gliding Bird 3:02
  • 7 Everybody's Talkin' 2:13
  • 8 Bobbie's Gone 4:18
  • 9 I'll Never Fall in Love Again 2:35
  • 10 Waltz of the Magic Man 4:25

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