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Released 50 years ago

Gulf Winds

Joan Baez · 1976

45 min · 9 tracks · country · folk · traditional folk music

A serene blend of folk and introspective balladry, echoing Baez's enduring artistry and deep emotional resonance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • serene soundscapes for quiet evenings
  • emotional depth in every track
  • narrative arcs that unfold gently

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat and fast tempos
  • seek instant gratification from music

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Gulf Winds' was released in 1976, Joan Baez was a seasoned musician known for her poignant voice and social activism. This album followed her previous work, 'Diamonds & Rust', and reflected a more introspective phase in her career, showcasing her continued evolution as an artist committed to personal and political expression.
Stylistic neighbors
Joni Mitchell· Leonard Cohen· Odetta

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sweeter for Me 4:33
  • 2 Seabirds 4:34
  • 3 Caruso 3:45
  • 4 Still Waters at Night 3:02
  • 5 Kingdom of Childhood 7:50
  • 6 O Brother! 3:20
  • 7 Time Is Passing Us By 3:42
  • 8 Stephanie's Room 4:05
  • 9 Gulf Winds 10:30

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