Joan Baez in San Francisco
Joan Baez · 1964
30 min · 12 tracks · country music
A vibrant tapestry of folk and traditional songs, infused with Baez's emotive voice and social consciousness.
Top tracks — play these first
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Oh Freedom — This track resonates deeply with themes of liberation and hope, making it a quintessential expression of Baez's advocacy for civil rights.
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Water Boy — With its rhythmic and melodic charm, this song exemplifies Baez's ability to transform traditional folk into emotionally engaging narratives.
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Scarlet Ribbons — The haunting beauty of this track showcases Baez's vocal range and emotional depth, highlighting her talent for storytelling through song.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of vibrant energy
- sing-along moments with friends
- playful twists on classic themes
- quick, engaging listening sessions
Maybe skip if you
- slow, drawn-out musical explorations
- preference for lengthy compositions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified Baez's reputation as a leading folk artist during a pivotal era.
- Career context
- Released in 1964, Joan Baez in San Francisco was her fifth studio album, following the successful Joan Baez in Concert. At this point, Baez was solidifying her role as a leading figure in the folk music revival, delivering powerful performances that intertwined music with activism.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joni Mitchell· Leonard Cohen· Odetta
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Island in the Sun 2:25
- 2 Water Boy 2:49
- 3 Annie Had a Baby 1:20
- 4 Oh Freedom 4:15
- 5 Man Smart, Woman Smarter 3:10
- 6 Scarlet Ribbons 2:48
- 7 Dark as a Dungeon 2:20
- 8 Told My Captain 2:49
- 9 Young Blood 2:00
- 10 I Gave My Love a Cherry 3:17
- 11 La Bamba 1:00
- 12 Every Night 2:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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