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High Winds, White Sky

Bruce Cockburn · 1971

38 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · jazz

A tapestry of poetic storytelling woven through intricate guitar work and vibrant folk melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • poetic storytelling immersion
  • reflective afternoon listening
  • gentle melodic exploration
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1971, 'High Winds, White Sky' was Bruce Cockburn's third studio album, following his self-titled debut and 'The Coldest Night.' At this point in his career, Cockburn was establishing himself as a significant voice in Canadian folk music, combining intricate guitar styles with socially conscious lyrics.
Stylistic neighbors
Richard Thompson· Leonard Cohen· Joni Mitchell

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Happy Good Morning Blues 2:41
  • 2 Let Us Go Laughing 5:23
  • 3 Love Song 2:29
  • 4 One Day I Walk 3:09
  • 5 Golden Serpent Blues 3:37
  • 6 High Winds White Sky 3:03
  • 7 You Point to the Sky 2:57
  • 8 Life's Mistress 3:26
  • 9 Ting--The Cauldron 6:32
  • 10 Shining Mountain 5:14

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