If the Ocean Gets Rough
Willy Mason · 2007
42 min · 11 tracks · blues · traditional folk music
A poignant blend of folk and blues, with introspective lyrics wrapped in warm, acoustic melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- warm acoustic melodies for introspection
- thoughtful lyrics for quiet contemplation
- suitable for afternoon relaxation
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer upbeat party atmospheres
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2007, Willy Mason released 'If the Ocean Gets Rough' as his second album, following his critically acclaimed debut 'Where the Humans Eat' (2004). At this point, he was navigating the challenges of maintaining artistic integrity while aiming for broader recognition in the folk music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Iron & Wine· Sufjan Stevens· Nick Drake
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gotta Keep Walking 3:11
- 2 The World That I Wanted 4:18
- 3 We Can Be Strong 3:55
- 4 Save Myself 3:43
- 5 I Can't Sleep 3:24
- 6 Riptide 2:57
- 7 When the River Moves On 4:38
- 8 If the Ocean Gets Rough 3:51
- 9 Simple Town 4:02
- 10 The End of the Race 3:27
- 11 When the Leaves Have Fallen 4:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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