Occasional Rain
Terry Callier · 1972
43 min · 13 tracks · jazz · soul · traditional folk music
A soulful blend of jazz-inflected melodies and introspective folk narratives that evoke deep emotional resonance.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with interludes introspective moments for reflection soulful melodies for deep listening
- Context
- Released on May 5, 1972, 'Occasional Rain' came as Terry Callier's third studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'The New Folk Sound of Terry Callier'. At this point in his career, he was still establishing a unique voice in the music scene, combining elements of folk, jazz, and soul to create a distinctive sound that would influence future artists.
- If you like
- jazz, soul, traditional folk music
Occasional Rain is an album by Terry Callier, released in 1972. A soulful blend of jazz-inflected melodies and introspective folk narratives that evoke deep emotional resonance. 'Occasional Rain' is notable for its rich fusion of genres and has been recognized for its artistic depth. The album has garnered critical acclaim over the years, with tracks like 'Lean on Me' becoming influential within the neo-soul movement, highlighting Callier's lasting impact on contemporary music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Occasional Rain sound like?
A soulful blend of jazz-inflected melodies and introspective folk narratives that evoke deep emotional resonance. Rooted in jazz and soul.
What makes Occasional Rain by Terry Callier notable?
'Occasional Rain' is notable for its rich fusion of genres and has been recognized for its artistic depth. The album has garnered critical acclaim over the years, with tracks like 'Lean on Me' becoming influential within the neo-soul movement, highlighting Callier's lasting impact on contemporary music. Released on May 5, 1972, 'Occasional Rain' came as Terry Callier's third studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'The New Folk Sound of Terry Callier'. At this point in his career, he was still establishing a unique voice in the music scene, combining elements of folk, jazz, and soul to create a distinctive sound that would influence future artists.
Who is Occasional Rain for?
Occasional Rain works well if you're into wave-like pacing with interludes, introspective moments for reflection and soulful melodies for deep listening.
How many songs are on Occasional Rain?
Occasional Rain has 13 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Segue #1 - Go Ahead On 0:41
- 2 Ordinary Joe Standout 4:15
- 3 Golden Circle 3:37
- 4 Segue #5 - Go Head On 0:49
- 5 Trance on Sedgewick Street 6:21
- 6 Do You Finally Need a Friend 5:45
- 7 Segue #4 - Go Head On 0:47
- 8 Sweet Edie-D Standout 5:03
- 9 Occasional Rain 4:05
- 10 Segue #2 - Go Head On 0:53
- 11 Blues for Marcus 4:03
- 12 Lean on Me Standout 6:31
- 13 Last Segue - Go Head On 0:39
Release Date
May 5, 1972
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
43 min 34 sec
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