Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady narrative flow throughout
- heartfelt storytelling in melodies
- intimate listening for reflection
- for quiet evenings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat party tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1978, this self-titled album marked Guy Clark's debut on the music scene after years of honing his craft as a songwriter. It followed his earlier work as a performer in folk circles and set the stage for his influential role in the Americana genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Townes Van Zandt· Steve Earle· John Prine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fool on the Roof 4:13
- 2 Fools for Each Other 4:18
- 3 Shade of All Greens 3:16
- 4 Viola, An American Dream 3:49
- 5 One Paper Kid 3:28
- 6 In the Jailhouse Now 3:50
- 7 Comfort and Crazy 3:10
- 8 Don't You Take It Too Bad 4:07
- 9 The Houston Kid 4:02
- 10 Fool on the Roof Blues 2:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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