Monongahela
The Oak Ridge Boys · 1988
36 min · 10 tracks · country
A harmonious blend of traditional country melodies and heartfelt storytelling that resonates with sincerity.
Why this album works
'Monongahela' peaked at No. 17 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart, demonstrating the group's enduring appeal. The album's sound and lyrical themes contributed to the Oak Ridge Boys' influence on country music during a transformative era in the genre.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo storytelling heartfelt reflections on relationships warm melodies for gatherings
- Context
- Released in 1988, 'Monongahela' was The Oak Ridge Boys' tenth studio album, marking a period of continued commercial success following their breakout in the late 1970s. By this time, they had solidified their status as a leading act in country music, having won multiple awards, including Grammy accolades.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jerry Lee Lewis· Willie Nelson· Hank Williams Jr.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gonna Take a Lot of River Standout 3:03
- 2 I Can Count On You Standout 3:40
- 3 Never Together (But Close Sometimes) 2:22
- 4 No Way Out 3:19
- 5 Beyond Those Years 4:40
- 6 Private Lives 3:17
- 7 Too Many Heartaches Standout 3:00
- 8 Bridges And Walls 3:56
- 9 When Karen Comes Around 4:23
- 10 Taking One Heartbeat (At A Time) 4:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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