High Country Snows
Dan Fogelberg · 1985
40 min · 11 tracks · country · folk rock
A rich tapestry of folk melodies and country rhythms that evoke the spirit of the American West.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- rich storytelling through melodies
- evocative soundscapes of nature
- for afternoon drives
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer standalone singles over albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'High Country Snows' was released in January 1985, Dan Fogelberg was already an established artist, having scored major hits with albums like 'Souvenirs' (1974) and 'Phoenix' (1979). This album marked a return to his folk roots while embracing country influences, showcasing a shift in both sound and thematic focus after his previous rock-oriented works.
- Stylistic neighbors
- James Taylor· John Denver· Jim Croce
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Down the Road 0:30
- 2 Mountain Pass 2:45
- 3 Sutter's Mill 6:33
- 4 Wolf Creek 2:58
- 5 High Country Snows 4:47
- 6 The Outlaw 3:28
- 7 Shallow Rivers 3:17
- 8 Go Down Easy 3:55
- 9 Wandering Shepherd 3:24
- 10 Think of What You've Done 2:40
- 11 The Higher You Climb 6:15
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