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Released 30 years ago

Human Remains

Terry Allen · 1996

54 min · 13 tracks · country music

A fusion of outlaw country and eclectic storytelling, woven through vivid imagery and character-driven narratives.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Gone to Texas — This opening track establishes the album's thematic core, presenting a vivid tale of escape and longing that sets the tone for the subsequent songs.
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    Back to Black — With its haunting melody and reflective lyrics, this track delves into themes of heartbreak and resilience, showcasing Allen's lyrical prowess.
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    Crisis Site 13 — This song employs sharp imagery to comment on societal issues, exemplifying Allen's knack for weaving contemporary themes into his storytelling.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Gone to Texas 6:22
  • 2 Room to Room 4:12
  • 3 Back to Black 3:29
  • 4 Wilderness of This World 4:02
  • 5 Little Sandy 3:08
  • 6 Buck Naked 3:14
  • 7 What of Alicia 4:45
  • 8 That Kind of Girl 2:46
  • 9 Galleria delle armi 4:03
  • 10 Crisis Site 13 3:12
  • 11 Peggy Legg 4:09
  • 12 After the Fall 5:20
  • 13 Flatland Boogie 5:33

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