Just Beyond the River
James Yorkston · 2004
49 min · 11 tracks · traditional folk music
A tender blend of traditional folk melodies and introspective storytelling woven through gentle instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gentle storytelling with warmth
- steady pacing for reflection
- introspective moments of calm
- for quiet evenings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat dance tracks
- prefer instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2004, 'Just Beyond the River' is James Yorkston's second album, following his debut 'Moving Up Country' from 2002. At this point, he was beginning to establish himself within the UK folk scene, gaining recognition for his poetic lyrics and acoustic sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Smith· Sufjan Stevens· Nick Drake
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Heron 5:04
- 2 Shipwreckers 3:03
- 3 Surf Song 4:40
- 4 Hermitage 4:40
- 5 Hotel 6:25
- 6 This Time Tomorrow 2:08
- 7 Banjo #1 3:35
- 8 We Flew Blind 4:28
- 9 Edward 6:09
- 10 Banjo #2 3:46
- 11 The Snow It Melts the Soonest 5:41
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