Little Rock to Leipzig
Oysterband · 1990
41 min · 10 tracks · folk rock
A vibrant blend of folk rock infused with punk energy, celebrating working-class struggles and cultural resilience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
- celebratory tracks for gatherings
- working-class themes resonate deeply
- danceable rhythms for social events
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer minimalist soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1990, 'Little Rock to Leipzig' marked Oysterband's third studio album and a significant moment in their career as they transitioned from cult status to wider recognition. Following the success of their previous album, 'Ride,' this record showcased their evolving sound and deepened engagement with socio-political themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Show of Hands· Bellowhead· Seth Lakeman
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Jail Song Two 4:06
- 2 The Oxford Girl 4:23
- 3 Gonna Do What I Have to Do 3:18
- 4 Too Late Now 4:19
- 5 Galopede 3:05
- 6 Red Barn Stomp 4:51
- 7 I Fought the Law 4:09
- 8 Coal Not Dole 2:15
- 9 New York Girls 5:31
- 10 Johnny Mickey Barry's / Salmon Tails Down the Water (Dance: The Cornish Six - Hand Reel) 5:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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