Oh, What a Mighty Time
New Riders of the Purple Sage · 1975
37 min · 11 tracks · country rock
A blend of playful country rock and poignant storytelling that captures the spirit of 1970s Americana.
Top tracks — play these first
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Mighty Time — The opening track establishes the album's upbeat tone with its catchy melody and reflective lyrics about seizing life's moments.
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Up Against the Wall, Redneck — This song stands out for its bold commentary on social issues while blending humor and rebellion in a way that resonated deeply with listeners.
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Farewell Angelina — A poignant cover of Bob Dylan's song, it showcases the band's ability to interpret powerful narratives with emotional depth and a unique country twist.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady groove for relaxed evenings
- narrative-driven storytelling sessions
- sing-along moments with friends
- vibrant energy for road trips
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer complex, experimental sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1975, Oh, What a Mighty Time is the New Riders of the Purple Sage's fourth studio album, coming during a phase of burgeoning popularity following their self-titled debut in 1971. By this time, they had established themselves within the country rock genre, carving out a niche alongside contemporaries like the Grateful Dead.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Flying Burrito Brothers· Gram Parsons· Little Feat
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mighty Time 5:09
- 2 I Heard You Been Layin’ My Old Lady 3:22
- 3 Strangers on a Train 2:43
- 4 Up Against the Wall, Redneck 3:12
- 5 Take a Letter, Maria 4:05
- 6 Little Old Lady 2:48
- 7 On Top of Old Smokey 2:58
- 8 Over and Over 3:08
- 9 La Bamba 3:42
- 10 Going Round the Horn 3:32
- 11 Farewell Angelina 2:38
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