Luxury Liner cover

Luxury Liner

Emmylou Harris · 1977

47 min · 12 tracks · folk · gospel · bluegrass music

A rich tapestry of country and folk, blending heartfelt storytelling with lush instrumentation.

Why this album works

'Luxury Liner' received widespread acclaim, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Country Albums chart. The album is notable for its blend of original compositions and covers, influencing the Americana genre and setting a standard for future artists. It also includes the beloved track 'Pancho & Lefty', which later became a signature song for Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard.
Best for
steady mid-tempo storytelling flow heartfelt narratives for quiet evenings rich instrumentation for reflective moments
Context
Released in 1977, 'Luxury Liner' was Emmylou Harris's fourth studio album and followed her critically acclaimed record 'Elite Hotel'. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her role as a leading figure in the country and folk music scenes, marked by her collaborations with prominent songwriters and musicians. This album further showcased her versatility and deepened her artistic identity.
Stylistic neighbors
Tony Rice· Dolly Parton· Doc Watson

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Luxury Liner Standout 3:40
  • 2 Pancho & Lefty Standout 4:50
  • 3 Making Believe 3:35
  • 4 You're Supposed to Be Feeling Good 4:02
  • 5 I'll Be Your San Antone Rose 3:44
  • 6 (You Never Can Tell) C'est la Vie 3:26
  • 7 When I Stop Dreaming Standout 3:16
  • 8 Hello Stranger 3:59
  • 9 She 3:15
  • 10 Tulsa Queen 4:47
  • 11 Me and Willie 5:17
  • 12 Night Flyer 3:34

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