Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon cover

Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon

James Taylor · 1971

37 min · 13 tracks · country · folk rock · pop rock

Soft rock melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a warm and inviting sonic landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, reflective listening sessions
  • introspective late-night moods
  • warm, inviting background ambiance
  • gentle emotional storytelling

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 16, 1971, 'Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon' was James Taylor's third studio album, following his breakthrough self-titled release. At this point in his career, Taylor had begun to solidify his place in the folk-rock scene after the commercial success of 'Sweet Baby James'. The album further showcased his songwriting prowess and laid the groundwork for his enduring legacy.
Stylistic neighbors
Carole King· Jackson Browne· Jim Croce

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Love Has Brought Me Around 2:44
  • 2 You've Got a Friend 4:29
  • 3 Places in My Past 2:02
  • 4 Riding on a Railroad 2:43
  • 5 Soldiers 1:15
  • 6 Mud Slide Slim 5:20
  • 7 Hey Mister, That's Me Up on the Jukebox 3:48
  • 8 You Can Close Your Eyes 2:29
  • 9 Machine Gun Kelly 2:37
  • 10 Long Ago and Far Away 2:21
  • 11 Let Me Ride 2:44
  • 12 Highway Song 3:54
  • 13 Isn't It Nice to Be Home Again 0:54

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