Loudon Wainwright III
Loudon Wainwright III · 1970
39 min · 11 tracks · blues
A blend of wry humor and poignant storytelling, combining folk melodies with sharp observations on everyday life.
Top tracks — play these first
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School Days Start here — This track cleverly critiques educational systems while intertwining nostalgia and biting humor, setting the tone for Wainwright's lyrical style.
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Glad to See You've Got Religion — Wainwright’s satirical take on organized religion contrasts personal conviction with societal norms, showcasing his knack for blending humor with commentary.
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Black Uncle Remus — This track highlights Wainwright’s ability to tackle complex racial themes through an engaging narrative, demonstrating his range as a storyteller.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- witty storytelling and commentary
- thoughtful, reflective listening sessions
- short, engaging narratives
- light-hearted yet poignant moments
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This debut album established Wainwright's reputation in the folk scene.
- Themes
- schoolyard nostalgia· satirical faith· racial storytelling
- Career context
- Released in 1970, this self-titled debut album marked Loudon Wainwright III's entry into the folk music scene after he had honed his craft in various clubs. At this point, he was largely unknown but quickly began to establish himself as a unique voice in American music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Prine· Steve Goodman· Ramblin' Jack Elliott
Tracklist
- 1 School Days Start here 3:06
- 2 Hospital Lady 4:05
- 3 Ode to a Pittsburgh 3:15
- 4 Glad to See You've Got Religion 3:56
- 5 Uptown 2:45
- 6 Black Uncle Remus 2:39
- 7 Four Is a Magic Number 3:28
- 8 I Don't Care 4:09
- 9 Central Square Song 5:28
- 10 Movies Are a Mother to Me 2:39
- 11 Bruno's Place 3:31
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