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Midnight Moonlight

New Riders of the Purple Sage · 1992

48 min · 11 tracks · country rock

A harmonious blend of folk-infused country rock that captures the spirit of Americana storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for relaxed listening
  • harmonious storytelling through music
  • great for late-night drives
  • reflective moments of nostalgia
  • captivating narratives in each track

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced music
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1992, New Riders of the Purple Sage were navigating a resurgence after their initial success in the early 1970s. "Midnight Moonlight" marked their return to recording, showcasing a matured sound while reconnecting with their roots. This album was significant as it came just before the band began re-establishing their place in the evolving country rock scene.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Midnight Moonlight 4:15
  • 2 Sutter's Mill 3:29
  • 3 Charlie's Garden 3:28
  • 4 All I Remember 3:28
  • 5 Louisiana Lady 4:10
  • 6 Ballad of the Deportees 3:23
  • 7 Taking It Hard 4:31
  • 8 Glendale Train 5:14
  • 9 Change in the Weather 4:14
  • 10 Diesel on My Tail 3:06
  • 11 Lonesome L.A. Cowboy 8:45

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