Odetta Sings of Many Things
Odetta · 1964
12 tracks · traditional folk music · country blues · jazz blues
A rich tapestry of traditional folk and blues, infused with Odetta's powerful voice and emotional depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- emotional storytelling experiences
- reflective and contemplative moments
- rich, diverse sonic landscapes
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1964, 'Odetta Sings of Many Things' marked Odetta's transition into a prominent figure in the folk music revival. This album followed her influential records from the late 1950s and early 1960s, solidifying her reputation as a leading voice advocating for civil rights through music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bessie Smith· Billie Holiday· Mavis Staples
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Troubled
- 2 Katy Cruel
- 3 Anathea
- 4 Sun's Comin' Up
- 5 Boy
- 6 Looky Yonder
- 7 Froggy Went A-Courtin'
- 8 Wayfarin' Strangers
- 9 Four Marys
- 10 Paths of Victory
- 11 Sea Lion Woman
- 12 Deportee
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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