On Air
John Fahey · 2004
67 min · 13 tracks · blues
A tapestry of intricate fingerpicking and heartfelt storytelling, blending traditional blues with Fahey's unique folk sensibilities.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wistful storytelling through fingerpicking
- patient explorations of rich themes
- sun-drenched afternoon listening
- reflective moments of quiet introspection
- melodic journeys with emotional depth
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer high-energy, fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'On Air' was released in 2004, John Fahey was experiencing a resurgence in interest after years of relative obscurity. This album followed his earlier works that had influenced generations of guitarists, showcasing his return to form and dedication to the acoustic blues genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leo Kottke· Bert Jansch· Nick Drake
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 On the Sunny Side of the Ocean 3:52
- 2 Spanish Two Step 2:09
- 3 Lion 6:28
- 4 Poor Boy a Long Way From Home 5:02
- 5 Wine & Roses 4:17
- 6 Steamboat Gwine 'round de Bend 4:07
- 7 Worried Blues 2:10
- 8 Some Summer Day 3:26
- 9 Candy Man 4:05
- 10 Stomping Tonight on the Pennsylvania/Alabama Border 8:16
- 11 In Christ There Is No East or West 8:05
- 12 Beverly 11:42
- 13 Requiem for John Hurt (Funeral Song for Mississippi John Hurt) 4:12
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