Many a Mile
Buffy Sainte-Marie · 1965
36 min · 14 tracks · country · electronic · folk
Buffy Sainte-Marie intertwines poignant folk melodies with sharp political commentary and diverse cultural influences.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing with poignant moments political themes woven through melodies ideal for reflective listening sessions
- Context
- Released in 1965, 'Many a Mile' is Buffy Sainte-Marie's debut album, marking her entry into the music scene as a prominent Indigenous voice. At this time, she was just beginning to gain attention for her unique blend of folk and social activism, laying the groundwork for her influential career.
- If you like
- country, electronic, folk
Many a Mile is an album by Buffy Sainte-Marie, released in 1965. Buffy Sainte-Marie intertwines poignant folk melodies with sharp political commentary and diverse cultural influences. The album is significant for its early representation of Indigenous perspectives in popular music, which was rare at the time. It received critical acclaim and helped establish Sainte-Marie as an important figure in the folk music movement, influencing subsequent artists who sought to address social issues through their work. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Many a Mile sound like?
Buffy Sainte-Marie intertwines poignant folk melodies with sharp political commentary and diverse cultural influences. Rooted in country and electronic.
What makes Many a Mile by Buffy Sainte-Marie notable?
The album is significant for its early representation of Indigenous perspectives in popular music, which was rare at the time. It received critical acclaim and helped establish Sainte-Marie as an important figure in the folk music movement, influencing subsequent artists who sought to address social issues through their work. Released in 1965, 'Many a Mile' is Buffy Sainte-Marie's debut album, marking her entry into the music scene as a prominent Indigenous voice. At this time, she was just beginning to gain attention for her unique blend of folk and social activism, laying the groundwork for her influential career.
Who is Many a Mile for?
Many a Mile works well if you're into steady pacing with poignant moments, political themes woven through melodies and ideal for reflective listening sessions.
How many songs are on Many a Mile?
Many a Mile has 14 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Must I Go Round 2:36
- 2 Los pescadores 2:01
- 3 Ground Hog 2:13
- 4 On the Banks of Red Roses 2:36
- 5 Fixin’ to Die Standout 2:29
- 6 Until It’s Time for You to Go Standout 2:27
- 7 The Piney Wood Hills 3:40
- 8 Welcome, Welcome Emigrante 2:12
- 9 Broke Down Girl 2:00
- 10 Johnny Be Fair 1:44
- 11 Maple Sugar Boy 1:42
- 12 Lazarus 2:56
- 13 Come All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies 4:48
- 14 Many a Mile Standout 2:42
Release Date
January 1, 1965
Genre
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
36 min 6 sec
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