Morning Bugle cover

Morning Bugle

John Hartford · 1972

41 min · 11 tracks · bluegrass music

A vibrant blend of bluegrass, folk, and storytelling that captures the essence of rural America.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • narrative-driven listening experience
  • mid-tempo reflective moments
  • casual afternoon background music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1972, 'Morning Bugle' is John Hartford's fourth studio album and showcases his artistic growth following his previous work, 'Aeroplane'. At this point in his career, Hartford was gaining recognition not only as a musician but also as a songwriter and performer, blending traditional bluegrass with contemporary influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Doc Watson· Tim O'Brien· Tony Rice

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Streetcar 3:56
  • 2 Nobody Eats at Linebaugh's Anymore 4:53
  • 3 Howard Hughes' Blues 2:51
  • 4 All Fall Down 3:13
  • 5 On the Road 3:46
  • 6 Morning Bugle 2:25
  • 7 Old Joe Clark 5:50
  • 8 My Rag 3:42
  • 9 Late Last Night When My Willie Came Home 3:21
  • 10 Got No Place to Go 4:21
  • 11 Bye-Bye 3:19

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