Matthew & Son
Cat Stevens · 1967
41 min · 16 tracks · traditional folk music · Islamic music
Bright and melodic pop-folk intertwines with whimsical storytelling, capturing the essence of 1960s youth culture.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, engaging listening sessions
- steady mid-tempo flow
- whimsical storytelling vibes
- bright melodic backgrounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on March 10, 1967, 'Matthew & Son' marks Cat Stevens' debut album, introducing his unique blend of folk and pop music. At this time, Stevens was transitioning from a struggling songwriter to a rising star in the British music scene, following the early success of his single 'I Love My Dog'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- James Taylor· Nick Drake· Simon & Garfunkel
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Matthew & Son 2:44
- 2 I Love My Dog 2:22
- 3 Here Comes My Baby 2:58
- 4 Bring Another Bottle Baby 2:44
- 5 Portobello Road 2:28
- 6 I’ve Found a Love 2:32
- 7 I See a Road 2:11
- 8 Baby Get Your Head Screwed On 2:22
- 9 Granny 3:12
- 10 When I Speak to the Flowers 2:25
- 11 The Tramp 2:10
- 12 Come On and Dance 2:10
- 13 Hummingbird 2:36
- 14 Lady 3:03
- 15 School Is Out 2:59
- 16 I’m Gonna Get Me a Gun 2:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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