Nomads Indians Saints
Indigo Girls · 1990
47 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · American folk music
A vibrant tapestry of folk rock and harmonies that reflects the duo's lyrical depth and emotional resonance.
Why this album works
'Nomads Indians Saints' debuted at number 24 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing the duo's growing popularity. The album's themes of identity and social justice resonated during a time of significant cultural shifts in the early '90s, influencing subsequent artists and movements within folk music.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey intimate sing-alongs with friends thoughtful lyrics for quiet moments
- Context
- Released in 1990, 'Nomads Indians Saints' is the Indigo Girls' third studio album, following their breakthrough self-titled release in 1989. At this point in their career, they had solidified their presence in the folk-rock scene, gaining both critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Green Day· Weezer· Alanis Morissette· Frank Zappa· Swans· No Doubt· Iggy Pop· Yoko Ono
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hammer and a Nail Standout 3:51
- 2 Welcome Me 4:37
- 3 World Falls 3:44
- 4 Southland in the Springtime 4:19
- 5 1 2 3 4:16
- 6 Keeper of My Heart 4:21
- 7 Watershed Standout 5:45
- 8 Hand Me Downs 3:41
- 9 You and Me of the 10,000 Wars Standout 4:10
- 10 Pushing the Needle Too Far 4:12
- 11 The Girl With the Weight of the World in Her Hands 4:20
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