Good Dog, Bad Dog
Over the Rhine · 1996
55 min · 12 tracks · rock & roll · traditional folk music · gospel
A tender blend of Americana and folk, where heartfelt lyrics intertwine with lush instrumentation and rich harmonies.
Why this album works
'Good Dog, Bad Dog' received significant acclaim within indie music circles, helping to solidify Over the Rhine's presence in the burgeoning Americana genre. The album's introspective lyrics and melodic craftsmanship resonated, leading to a devoted fanbase and influencing future artists in the folk and country realms.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments heartfelt lyrics for emotional connection mid-tempo flow for cozy evenings
- Context
- By the time 'Good Dog, Bad Dog' was released in 1996, Over the Rhine was already establishing themselves in the alternative country scene. This album followed their debut, 'Till We Have Faces,' and showcased their evolution as songwriters, melding personal narratives with broader themes, which would become a hallmark of their style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Emmylou Harris· k.d. lang· Steve Earle
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Latter Days Standout 5:40
- 2 All I Need Is Everything 5:05
- 3 Etcetera Whatever 4:58
- 4 I Will Not Eat the Darkness Standout 2:04
- 5 Faithfully Dangerous 4:55
- 6 The Seahorse 5:02
- 7 Everyman's Daughter Standout 4:15
- 8 Poughkeepsie 5:00
- 9 Willoughby 3:38
- 10 It's Never Quite What It Seems 4:15
- 11 Happy to Be So 4:47
- 12 Go Down Easy 5:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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