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Land of the Bottom Line

John Gorka · 1990

59 min · 15 tracks · traditional folk music

A rich tapestry of storytelling woven through gentle melodies and folk-infused arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • story-driven narratives throughout
  • gentle melodies for quiet evenings
  • rich storytelling in every track

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek instant gratification and energy
  • prefer standalone tracks over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1990, 'Land of the Bottom Line' was John Gorka's third album, following his well-received sophomore effort, 'I Know.' At this point in his career, Gorka had established himself as a significant voice in the folk music scene, building on the acclaim he garnered from his earlier works. This album solidified his position as a thoughtful songwriter with a unique narrative style.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Land of the Bottom Line 3:35
  • 2 Armed With a Broken Heart 3:31
  • 3 Raven in the Storm 3:16
  • 4 The One That Got Away 3:46
  • 5 Full of Life 3:14
  • 6 Stranger in My Driver’s Seat 3:37
  • 7 The Sentinel 3:56
  • 8 Dream Street 3:11
  • 9 Mean Streak 2:32
  • 10 Italian Girls 5:48
  • 11 Jailbirds in the Bighouse 3:54
  • 12 Promnight in Pigtown 5:21
  • 13 I Saw a Stranger With Your Hair 4:02
  • 14 Love Is Our Cross to Bear 4:57
  • 15 That’s How Legends Are Made 4:47

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