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Home Before Dark

Neil Diamond · 2008

63 min · 12 tracks · folk · pop rock · soft rock

A reflective blend of soft rock and folk, with poignant storytelling woven through lush melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • poignant storytelling for deep thinking
  • gradual builds that invite introspection
  • for evening relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy excitement
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2008, 'Home Before Dark' marked Neil Diamond's first studio album in six years, following the 2001 release of 'Three Chord Opera.' This album was a return to form for Diamond, showcasing a more introspective songwriting style that resonated with both longtime fans and new listeners during his later career phase.
Stylistic neighbors
James Taylor· Cat Stevens· Simon & Garfunkel

Tracklist

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

  • 1 If I Don’t See You Again 7:13
  • 2 Pretty Amazing Grace 4:53
  • 3 Don’t Go There 6:04
  • 4 Another Day (That Time Forgot) 6:12
  • 5 One More Bite of the Apple 6:39
  • 6 Forgotten 4:22
  • 7 Act Like a Man 4:04
  • 8 Whose Hands Are These 3:11
  • 9 No Words 4:49
  • 10 The Power of Two 4:35
  • 11 Slow It Down 4:55
  • 12 Home Before Dark 6:00

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