Instrumentals: The Best of the Chrysalis Years
Leo Kottke · 2003
53 min · 18 tracks · blues · traditional folk music
A tapestry of intricate fingerpicking and melodic simplicity that showcases Kottke's virtuosic guitar mastery.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, contemplative listening sessions
- introspective background ambiance
- delicate melodic explorations
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2003, Leo Kottke had already established himself as a prominent figure in the acoustic guitar scene, particularly known for his unique blend of folk, blues, and classical influences. 'Instrumentals: The Best of the Chrysalis Years' serves as a retrospective collection highlighting tracks from his years with Chrysalis Records, capturing his evolution as an instrumentalist during the late 20th century.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Fahey· Bert Jansch· Michael Hedges
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Airproofing 2:18
- 2 Waltz 2:25
- 3 Death by Reputation 4:10
- 4 The Fisherman 2:48
- 5 Up Tempo 1:53
- 6 A Low Thud 3:07
- 7 Orange Room 3:32
- 8 Whine 3:32
- 9 Dolores 4:11
- 10 The Train and the Gate 2:42
- 11 Open Country Joy: Theme and Adhesions 7:00
- 12 Wheels 2:20
- 13 Palms Blvd 2:48
- 14 Strange 2:34
- 15 Jib's Hat 2:24
- 16 All I Have to Do Is Dream 1:43
- 17 Memories Are Made of This 2:37
- 18 Little Martha 1:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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