Night Vision
Bruce Cockburn · 1973
41 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · jazz
A blend of introspective folk melodies and jazzy rhythms, creating an atmospheric reflection on life and nature.
Why this album works
'Night Vision' is notable for its explorative lyrical themes and complex musical arrangements, which received critical acclaim. The album helped solidify Cockburn's reputation as a thoughtful songwriter and garnered attention for its profound reflections, contributing significantly to the Canadian folk music movement.
- Best for
- introspective evening reflections gradual builds and payoffs atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released in 1973, 'Night Vision' was Bruce Cockburn's fourth studio album, following his breakthrough with 'High Winds White Sky.' At this point in his career, Cockburn was beginning to establish his unique voice in the Canadian music scene, combining elements of folk, rock, and jazz into a distinctive sound that would characterize his work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul Bley· The Guess Who· Anne Murray· Loverboy· Oscar Peterson· The Tragically Hip· Céline Dion· Sarah McLachlan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Foxglove 1:28
- 2 You Don’t Have to Play the Horses 3:49
- 3 The Blues Got the World… 1:52
- 4 Mama Just Wants to Barrelhouse All Night Long Standout 4:14
- 5 Islands in a Black Sky Standout 7:40
- 6 Clocks Don’t Bring Tomorrow – Knives Don’t Bring Good News Standout 6:49
- 7 When the Sun Goes Nova 2:42
- 8 Déjà Vu 5:35
- 9 Lightstorm 2:34
- 10 God Bless the Children 4:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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