High Cumberland Jubilee
Jimmy Buffett · 1976
40 min · 12 tracks · folk rock · soft rock · country rock
A whimsical blend of country rock and folk that encapsulates the laid-back spirit of the 1970s American South.
Why this album works
'High Cumberland Jubilee' is significant for its role in solidifying Buffett's signature sound, paving the way for his later commercial success. The album received positive reviews and helped him build a dedicated fanbase, contributing to the rise of the beach and southern rock subcultures in the late '70s.
- Career context
- By 1976, Jimmy Buffett was beginning to establish his unique niche in country rock, releasing 'High Cumberland Jubilee' as his fourth studio album. This release followed his breakthrough record 'Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes' from 1977, which would later define his career. At this point, he was transitioning towards the more tropical themes that would characterize his later work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Christina Aguilera· Madonna· No Doubt· Sparks· Harry Nilsson· Nancy Sinatra· Debbie Gibson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ace 3:15
- 2 Rockefeller Square Standout 2:19
- 3 Bend a Little 2:59
- 4 In the Shelter 3:36
- 5 Death Valley Lives Standout 3:40
- 6 High Cumberland Dilemma Standout 3:32
- 7 Livingston's Gone to Texas 3:49
- 8 England 2:54
- 9 Travelin' Clean 3:07
- 10 The Hang-Out Gang 3:40
- 11 God Don't Own a Car 2:02
- 12 High Cumberland Jubilee / Comin' Down Slow 5:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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