I'd Rather Lead a Band
Loudon Wainwright III · 2020
44 min · 14 tracks · blues · folk · traditional folk music
A blend of folk, blues, and rock that captures the warmth of nostalgic storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic storytelling journey
- nostalgic warmth for reflective moments
- for cozy afternoons
- easygoing background for gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'I'd Rather Lead a Band' was released in 2020, Loudon Wainwright III was celebrating over five decades in music, following his previous album 'Years in the Making' (2018). This album showcases his continued evolution as a songwriter and performer while staying true to his roots in traditional folk and blues styles.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Prine· Steve Goodman· Ramblin' Jack Elliott
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 How I Love You (I’m Tellin’ the Birds, Tellin’ the Bees) 3:26
- 2 Ship Without a Sail 3:57
- 3 Ain’t Misbehavin’ 3:05
- 4 I’m Going to Give It to Mary With Love 3:16
- 5 The Little Things in Life 3:34
- 6 So the Bluebirds and the Blackbirds Got Together 2:54
- 7 A Perfect Day 2:40
- 8 I Thought About You 2:48
- 9 I’d Rather Lead a Band 3:41
- 10 My Blue Heaven 2:52
- 11 Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea 3:06
- 12 Heart and Soul 2:38
- 13 You Rascal You (I’ll Be Glad When You’re Dead) 2:59
- 14 More I Cannot Wish You 3:06
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