Marin County Line
New Riders of the Purple Sage · 1977
36 min · 11 tracks · country rock
A seamless blend of country rock and lyrical storytelling, echoing the laid-back spirit of 1970s California.
Top tracks — play these first
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Till I Met You — This opening track showcases the band's signature blend of melodic hooks and heartfelt lyrics, setting the tone for the entire album.
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Oh What a Night — The standout track captures a nostalgic vibe with its catchy chorus and vibrant instrumentation, becoming a favorite among fans.
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A Good Woman Likes to Drink With the Boys — This song balances humor and authenticity, illustrating the band’s knack for storytelling while engaging listeners with its relatable themes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo storytelling
- sun-soaked afternoon drive
- laid-back vibes with friends
- easygoing background for gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy intensity
- prefer complex, sprawling narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Marin County Line' was released in 1977, New Riders of the Purple Sage were transitioning from their early days as a Grateful Dead spinoff to a more established band in their own right. This album followed their previous work, 'The Adventures of Panama Red,' which had solidified their reputation within the country rock genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Flying Burrito Brothers· Gram Parsons· Little Feat
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Till I Met You 3:25
- 2 Llewelyn 4:02
- 3 Knights and Queens 4:00
- 4 Green Eyes a Flashing 2:55
- 5 Oh What a Night 3:57
- 6 A Good Woman Likes to Drink With the Boys 4:15
- 7 Jasper 2:38
- 8 Echoes 3:04
- 9 Twenty Good Men 3:31
- 10 Little Miss Bad 2:21
- 11 Take a Red 2:25
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