Manassas cover

Manassas

Stephen Stills · 1972

72 min · 21 tracks · country

A vibrant fusion of rock, country, and folk that captures the spirit of early '70s Americana.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with varied pacing
  • explorative themes across tracks
  • reflective moments for introspection
  • for late afternoon drives
  • vibrant energy for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek consistent high-energy beats

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1972, 'Manassas' was Stephen Stills' first major solo project following his time with Buffalo Springfield and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. At this point in his career, he sought to explore a broader musical palette, aiming for a sound that blended different genres and showcased his versatility as a songwriter and musician.
Stylistic neighbors
Neil Young· David Crosby· James Taylor

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Song of Love 3:27
  • 2 Rock & Roll Crazies / Cuban Bluegrass 3:32
  • 3 Jet Set (Sigh) 4:23
  • 4 Anyway 3:19
  • 5 Both of Us (Bound to Lose) 3:02
  • 6 Fallen Eagle 2:05
  • 7 Jesus Gave Love Away for Free 3:01
  • 8 Colorado 2:53
  • 9 So Begins the Task 4:00
  • 10 Hide It So Deep 2:47
  • 11 Don’t Look at My Shadow 2:30
  • 12 It Doesn’t Matter 2:30
  • 13 Johnny’s Garden 2:46
  • 14 Bound to Fall 1:53
  • 15 How Far 2:52
  • 16 Move Around 4:15
  • 17 The Love Gangster 2:52
  • 18 What to Do 4:44
  • 19 Right Now 2:59
  • 20 The Treasure (Take One) 8:05
  • 21 Blues Man 4:04

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