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.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Greg Brown· David Wilcox· Mary Chapin Carpenter
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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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