Humans
Bruce Cockburn · 1980
43 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · jazz
A rich tapestry of folk rock and jazz influences woven with insightful storytelling and social consciousness.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its exploration of social issues, particularly evident in tracks like "Fascist Architecture" which critiques oppressive structures. It received positive reviews from critics and has been influential in shaping Canadian folk rock, echoing themes that resonate with contemporaneous societal movements.
- Best for
- thoughtful storytelling exploration reflective listening moments gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released in 1980, 'Humans' marked Bruce Cockburn's ninth studio album, showcasing his evolution as a politically engaged songwriter. Following the critical success of 'Dancing in the Dragon's Jaws' (1979), this album further solidified his reputation for blending personal and political themes in his music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul Bley· The Guess Who· Anne Murray· Loverboy· Oscar Peterson· The Tragically Hip· Céline Dion· Sarah McLachlan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Grim Travellers 4:51
- 2 Rumours of Glory Standout 3:38
- 3 More Not More 3:50
- 4 You Get Bigger as You Go Standout 4:35
- 5 What About the Bond 4:55
- 6 How I Spent My Fall Vacation 5:10
- 7 Guerrilla Betrayed 3:56
- 8 Tokyo 3:25
- 9 Fascist Architecture Standout 2:37
- 10 The Rose Above the Sky 6:23
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