Hand Sown ... Home Grown
Linda Ronstadt · 1969
32 min · 11 tracks · country · folk · pop rock
A blend of heartfelt folk and country aesthetics delivered through Ronstadt's soulful, emotive voice.
Why this album works
'Hand Sown ... Home Grown' is significant for showcasing Ronstadt's early potential, leading to critical acclaim and paving the way for her subsequent success. The album includes covers of songs by influential songwriters, contributing to the burgeoning Americana genre and establishing Ronstadt as a pivotal figure in country rock.
- Career context
- Released on March 17, 1969, 'Hand Sown ... Home Grown' was Linda Ronstadt's debut album, marking her transition from the folk scene in Los Angeles into a solo career. At this point, she was still relatively unknown but had begun to establish herself with her unique vocal style, which would later catapult her to fame in the 1970s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kim Carnes· Olivia Newton-John· Cher
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Baby, You've Been on My Mind Standout 2:36
- 2 Silver Threads and Golden Needles Standout 2:24
- 3 Bet No One Ever Hurt This Bad 2:46
- 4 A Number and a Name 3:07
- 5 The Only Mama That'll Walk the Line Standout 2:26
- 6 The Long Way Around 2:22
- 7 Break My Mind 2:55
- 8 I'll Be Your Baby Tonight 3:47
- 9 It's About Time 3:09
- 10 We Need a Whole Lot More of Jesus (and a Lot Less Rock & Roll) 2:33
- 11 The Dolphins 4:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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