Jealousy
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band · 1981
37 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · country rock
A vibrant blend of country rock and folk influences, infused with emotional storytelling and rich instrumentation.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo narrative flow emotional storytelling with warmth for afternoon drives
- Context
- Released in January 1981, 'Jealousy' was the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band's follow-up to their commercially successful album 'The Dirt Band' (1979). At this point, the band was transitioning from their earlier roots-oriented style toward a more polished country rock sound, aiming to capture a broader audience while maintaining their musical integrity.
- If you like
- folk rock, country rock
Jealousy is an album by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, released in 1981. A vibrant blend of country rock and folk influences, infused with emotional storytelling and rich instrumentation. 'Jealousy' is significant for its role in solidifying the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band's presence in the country music scene during the early '80s. The album received positive reviews and helped them secure a spot on the Billboard charts, reflecting their growing popularity and influence at the time. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Jealousy sound like?
A vibrant blend of country rock and folk influences, infused with emotional storytelling and rich instrumentation. Rooted in folk rock and country rock.
What makes Jealousy by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band notable?
'Jealousy' is significant for its role in solidifying the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band's presence in the country music scene during the early '80s. The album received positive reviews and helped them secure a spot on the Billboard charts, reflecting their growing popularity and influence at the time. Released in January 1981, 'Jealousy' was the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band's follow-up to their commercially successful album 'The Dirt Band' (1979). At this point, the band was transitioning from their earlier roots-oriented style toward a more polished country rock sound, aiming to capture a broader audience while maintaining their musical integrity.
Who is Jealousy for?
Jealousy works well if you're into steady mid-tempo narrative flow, emotional storytelling with warmth and for afternoon drives.
How many songs are on Jealousy?
Jealousy has 10 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Jealousy Standout 3:38
- 2 Too Close for Comfort 3:05
- 3 Fire in the Sky Standout 4:37
- 4 Love Is the Last Thing 3:42
- 5 Crossfire 4:02
- 6 Circular Man 3:46
- 7 Catch the Next Dream Standout 3:22
- 8 So You Run 3:18
- 9 Forget It! 3:09
- 10 Easy Slow 4:26
Release Date
January 1, 1981
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
37 min 5 sec
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