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Released 20 years ago

Long Journey Home

Cowboy Junkies · 2006

70 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock

A haunting blend of alt-country and rock, echoing with emotional depth and reflective storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective storytelling with emotional depth
  • wave-like pacing with dynamic peaks
  • for late-night introspection
  • journey through haunting melodies

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
  • seek short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2006, Cowboy Junkies had established themselves as a significant presence in the alternative rock scene, following their breakthrough album 'The Trinity Session' in 1988. 'Long Journey Home' came during a period of creative resurgence for the band, showcasing their ability to innovate while remaining true to their roots.
Stylistic neighbors
Mazzy Star· Red House Painters· The National

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sweet Jane 10:14
  • 2 'Cause Cheap Is How I Feel 4:20
  • 3 200 More Miles
  • 4 Why This One
  • 5 Pale Sun 7:12
  • 6 He Will Call You Baby 6:34
  • 7 Sun Comes Up It's Tuesday Morning
  • 8 32-20 Blues 13:58
  • 9 Black Eyed Man
  • 10 1000 Year Prayer
  • 11 A Horse in the Country 4:06
  • 12 Notes Falling Slow
  • 13 The Slide 3:31
  • 14 I Don't Get It 4:02
  • 15 Good Friday 5:04
  • 16 Helpless 6:11
  • 17 Isn't It a Pity
  • 18 Misguided Angel 5:29

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