Joan Baez, Vol. 2 cover

Joan Baez, Vol. 2

Joan Baez · 1961

52 min · 17 tracks · country · folk · traditional folk music

A tapestry of traditional folk melodies woven with Baez's haunting, ethereal vocals and heartfelt storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • contemplative storytelling journeys
  • atmospheric background focus

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 1, 1961, 'Joan Baez, Vol. 2' was Baez's second studio album, following her self-titled debut in 1960. At this point in her career, she was establishing herself as a prominent figure in the American folk music revival, gaining recognition for her political activism and distinctive vocal style.
Stylistic neighbors
Joni Mitchell· Leonard Cohen· Odetta

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Wagoner’s Lad 2:14
  • 2 The Trees They Do Grow High 2:59
  • 3 The Lily of the West 3:20
  • 4 Silkie 4:00
  • 5 Engine 143 3:32
  • 6 Once I Knew a Pretty Girl 2:55
  • 7 Lonesome Road 2:23
  • 8 Banks of the Ohio 3:09
  • 9 Pal of Mine 2:50
  • 10 Barbara Allen 4:16
  • 11 The Cherry Tree Carol 3:29
  • 12 Old Blue 2:36
  • 13 Railroad Boy 2:31
  • 14 Plaisir d’amour 3:10
  • 15 I Once Loved a Boy 2:39
  • 16 Poor Boy 2:54
  • 17 Longest Train I Ever Saw 3:15

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata