Notes Falling Slow
Cowboy Junkies · 2015
181 min · 40 tracks · alternative rock
Ethereal melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape that lingers long after the last note fades.
Top tracks — play these first
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Thousand Year Prayer — This track stands out for its poignant exploration of longing and connection through sparse instrumentation and heartfelt vocals, encapsulating the album's emotional depth.
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Bread and Wine — With its lush melodies and evocative lyrics, this song beautifully illustrates the band's signature blend of folk and rock influences, making it a highlight of the album.
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Dark Hole Again — Offering a darker, more contemplative tone, this track showcases the band's ability to delve into heavier themes while maintaining a melodic sensibility.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- contemplative moments of introspection
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- serene soundscapes for reflection
- long listening sessions with depth
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of quick gratification
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Cowboy Junkies released 'Notes Falling Slow' in 2015, they were celebrating over three decades since their debut album 'Whites Off Earth Now.' The band was at a stage where they continued to evolve creatively while staying true to their roots in alternative rock and folk influences. This album marked a continuation of their exploration into reflective songwriting and atmospheric instrumentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mazzy Star· Red House Painters· The National
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I Did It All for You
The lyrics shift from personal reflection to addressing another person directly, creating an intimate connection that deepens the emotional impact.
This direct address is a departure from earlier verses, transforming the narrative into a moment of vulnerability that heightens the song's overall poignancy.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 I Did It All for You 5:07
- 2 Dragging Hooks (River Song Trilogy, Part III) 7:49
- 3 Bread and Wine 4:36
- 4 Upon Still Waters 3:23
- 5 Dark Hole Again 7:43
- 6 Thousand Year Prayer 4:17
- 7 I’m So Open 4:10
- 8 Small Swift Birds 3:47
- 9 Beneath the Gate 4:08
- 10 Close My Eyes 4:20
Disc 2
- 1 One Soul Now 4:54
- 2 Why This One 3:47
- 3 My Wild Child 3:52
- 4 From Hunting Ground to City 4:41
- 5 The Stars of Our Stars 4:19
- 6 Notes Falling Slow 5:56
- 7 No Long Journey Home 4:17
- 8 He Will Call You Baby 5:47
- 9 Simon Keeper 5:52
- 10 The Slide 3:49
Disc 3
- 1 Brand New World 5:31
- 2 Still Lost 4:45
- 3 Cutting Board Blues 4:05
- 4 Spiral Down 3:33
- 5 My Little Basquiat 3:51
- 6 Someday Soon 3:17
- 7 Follower 2 6:18
- 8 It Doesn’t Really Matter Anyway 4:42
- 9 Blue Eyed Saviour 2:37
- 10 Mountain 7:07
- 11 My Only Guarantee 3:29
Disc 4
- 1 Also One 3:51
- 2 Shrike 2:53
- 3 Morning Cried 5:11
- 4 Cold Evening Wind 4:33
- 5 So They Say 3:58
- 6 Three Wishes 3:38
- 7 The Slide 3:04
- 8 Done Your Time 3:37
- 9 Ikea Parking Lot 4:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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