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Josephine

Jason Molina · 2009

46 min · 14 tracks · indie rock · alternative country · lo-fi

Jason Molina's haunting vocals intertwine with sparse instrumentation, creating an intimate and melancholic atmosphere throughout the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate moments of quiet reflection
  • melancholic melodies for solitude
  • cathartic expressions of vulnerability
  • haunting vocals that linger
  • patient storytelling through song

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party anthems
  • prefer instant gratification hits

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2009, 'Josephine' marked Jason Molina's return after a brief hiatus following the dissolution of his project Songs: Ohia. This album showcases his continued evolution as a songwriter, featuring deeply personal themes and a lo-fi aesthetic that reflects his artistic roots.
Stylistic neighbors
Will Oldham· Sufjan Stevens· Iron & Wine

Tracklist

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

  • 1 O! Grace 3:27
  • 2 The Rock of Ages 2:42
  • 3 Josephine 3:22
  • 4 Shenandoah 4:36
  • 5 Whip‐Poor‐Will 4:12
  • 6 Song for Willie 2:20
  • 7 Hope Dies Last 3:15
  • 8 The Handing Down 3:32
  • 9 Map of the Falling Sky 3:41
  • 10 Little Sad Eyes 4:13
  • 11 Heartbreak at Ten Paces 2:03
  • 12 Knoxville Girl 3:50
  • 13 Shiloh 4:10
  • 14 An Arrow in the Gale 1:20

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