Latest Record Project: Volume 1
Van Morrison · 2021
128 min · 28 tracks · jazz fusion
A blend of blues-infused rock and introspective lyricism, layered with Morrison's signature soulful vocals and conversational storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Latest Record Project Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Where Have All the Rebels Gone? — This track poignantly questions the state of rebellion in modern culture, blending a catchy melody with thought-provoking lyrics that reflect Morrison’s disillusionment.
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Thank God for the Blues — A celebratory homage to the blues genre, this track encapsulates Morrison's deep roots in musical tradition while showcasing his heartfelt vocal delivery.
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Stop Bitching, Do Something — With its direct call to action and social commentary, this track stands out as a rallying cry for change, embodying Morrison's commitment to addressing contemporary issues.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long immersive listening sessions
- contemplative late-night moods
- wave-like pacing experience
- layered dense sonic textures
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Demonstrates continued creativity and engagement in Morrison's extensive catalog.
- Themes
- blues appreciation· cultural complacency· social commentary
- Career context
- Latest Record Project: Volume 1 marks Van Morrison's 41st studio album, released during a prolific period in his career. Following the acclaimed Three Chords and the Truth in 2019, this album showcases Morrison's continued exploration of personal and social themes through a varied musical palette. At this stage, he is firmly established as a veteran artist, willing to experiment while reflecting on contemporary issues.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leonard Cohen· Bob Dylan· John Hiatt
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Latest Record Project Start here 5:06
- 2 Where Have All the Rebels Gone? 4:13
- 3 Psychoanalysts’ Ball 5:17
- 4 No Good Deed Goes Unpunished 3:08
- 5 Tried to Do the Right Thing 4:42
- 6 The Long Con 6:59
- 7 Thank God for the Blues 5:01
- 8 Big Lie 3:41
- 9 A Few Bars Early 4:52
- 10 It Hurts Me Too 3:03
- 11 Only a Song 4:00
- 12 Diabolic Pressure 5:27
- 13 Deadbeat Saturday Night 3:13
- 14 Blue Funk 4:23
Disc 2
- 1 Double Agent 4:52
- 2 Double Bind 5:23
- 3 Love Should Come With a Warning 4:03
- 4 Breaking the Spell 3:28
- 5 Up County Down 4:54
- 6 Duper’s Delight 6:12
- 7 My Time After a While 6:15
- 8 He’s Not the Kingpin 4:07
- 9 Mistaken Identity 4:26
- 10 Stop Bitching, Do Something 5:06
- 11 Western Man 3:32
- 12 They Own the Media 3:12
- 13 Why Are You on Facebook? 4:55
- 14 Jealousy 4:17
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
You Want It Darker
Leonard Cohen
Shares introspective lyrics and a blend of jazz and folk influences, exploring life's complexities.
The Eclipse sessions
John Hiatt
Combines personal reflection with social commentary, wrapped in soulful rock and blues textures.
The Old Magic
Nick Lowe
Offers a mix of lyrical storytelling and jazz-inflected rock, reflecting on love and life’s nuances.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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