Gold Country cover

Gold Country

Chuck Ragan · 2009

70 min · 13 tracks · folk rock

A heartfelt blend of folk rock and Americana, steeped in storytelling and acoustic warmth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • heartfelt storytelling and acoustics
  • gradual build towards reflective conclusion
  • for late-night drives
  • intimate sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • dislike lengthy, unfolding compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 1, 2009, 'Gold Country' is Chuck Ragan's second solo album following his 2007 debut, 'Feast or Famine.' At this point, Ragan was transitioning from his punk roots with Hot Water Music to a more introspective folk sound, marking a significant artistic shift in his career.
Stylistic neighbors
The Proclaimers· John Mayer· Sinéad O'Connor

Tracklist

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

  • 1 For Goodness Sake 3:32
  • 2 Glory 3:11
  • 3 Rotterdam 2:32
  • 4 Done and Done 2:29
  • 5 The Trench 2:22
  • 6 Don’t Say a Word 4:24
  • 7 10 West 3:01
  • 8 Ole Diesel 4:31
  • 9 Cut Em Down 2:37
  • 10 Let It Rain 2:33
  • 11 Good Enough for Rock and Roll 3:07
  • 12 Get Em All Home 5:45
  • 13 [untitled] 30:19

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata