Why this album works
- Best for
- reflective melodies for introspection mellow vibes for road trips dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- Context
- By the time 'Highway' was released in 2000, America had seen a steady decline in mainstream success since their peak in the 1970s. This album came out as part of a resurgence phase for the band, marking their return to recording after a hiatus and showcasing a matured sound while still retaining their classic folk-rock roots.
- If you like
- folk rock
Highway is an album by America, released in 2000. A mellow blend of reflective melodies and harmonized vocals that encapsulate the essence of folk rock. 'Highway' is significant as it reflects America's enduring legacy in the folk rock genre, despite a diminished commercial presence. The album received positive reviews from critics and fans alike, reinforcing the band's continued relevance in an evolving music landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Highway sound like?
A mellow blend of reflective melodies and harmonized vocals that encapsulate the essence of folk rock. Rooted in folk rock.
What makes Highway by America notable?
'Highway' is significant as it reflects America's enduring legacy in the folk rock genre, despite a diminished commercial presence. The album received positive reviews from critics and fans alike, reinforcing the band's continued relevance in an evolving music landscape. By the time 'Highway' was released in 2000, America had seen a steady decline in mainstream success since their peak in the 1970s. This album came out as part of a resurgence phase for the band, marking their return to recording after a hiatus and showcasing a matured sound while still retaining their classic folk-rock roots.
Who is Highway for?
Highway works well if you're into reflective melodies for introspection, mellow vibes for road trips and dynamic journey with emotional peaks.
How many songs are on Highway?
Highway has 64 tracks, running approximately 225 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Riverside 3:06
- 2 A Horse With No Name Standout 4:14
- 3 I Need You 3:08
- 4 Rainy Day 2:57
- 5 Here 5:31
- 6 Three Roses 3:57
- 7 Sandman 5:10
- 8 Everyone I Meet Is From California 3:07
- 9 Ventura Highway Standout 3:35
- 10 To Each His Own 3:15
- 11 Don’t Cross the River 2:33
- 12 Cornwall Blank 4:22
- 13 Only in Your Heart 3:21
- 14 Saturn Nights 3:35
- 15 Hat Trick 8:28
- 16 Molten Love 3:11
- 17 It’s Life 4:02
- 18 Submarine Ladies (unedited, alternate mix) 3:44
Disc 2
- 1 Muskrat Love 3:09
- 2 Green Monkey 3:40
- 3 She’s Gonna Let You Down (single edit) 3:42
- 4 Rainbow Song 3:56
- 5 Tin Man 3:29
- 6 Another Try 3:21
- 7 Lonely People Standout 2:29
- 8 Hollywood 2:54
- 9 Baby It’s Up to You 2:28
- 10 Old Man Took 3:14
- 11 Simple Life 2:14
- 12 Sister Golden Hair 3:20
- 13 Daisy Jane 3:11
- 14 Woman Tonight 2:25
- 15 Who Loves You (alternate mix) 4:25
- 16 Lovely Night 2:35
- 17 Amber Cascades 2:53
- 18 Can’t You See 2:25
- 19 Watership Down (alternate mix) 4:43
- 20 Letter (alternate mix) 3:04
- 21 Today’s the Day 3:17
- 22 Sarah 2:46
- 23 Are You There 2:55
- 24 God of the Sun 3:17
- 25 Sergeant Darkness 2:55
Disc 3
- 1 California Dreamin’ 2:47
- 2 All My Life 3:04
- 3 Only Game in Town 4:13
- 4 1960 3:13
- 5 Survival 3:14
- 6 The Last Unicorn 3:09
- 7 You Can Do Magic 3:55
- 8 Inspector Mills 5:12
- 9 My Dear 4:23
- 10 The Border 4:01
- 11 She’s a Runaway 4:11
- 12 (Can’t Fall Asleep to a) Lullaby 3:49
- 13 Special Girl 3:48
- 14 Nothing’s So Far Away (as Yesterday) 3:36
- 15 Young Moon 4:33
- 16 Greenhouse 2:42
- 17 Mitchum Junction (demo) 2:10
- 18 Satan (demo) 3:58
- 19 Ventura Highway (demo) 3:08
- 20 James Holladay (demo) 3:28
- 21 Riverside (demo) 2:47
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