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Released 50 years ago

On the Road to Kingdom Come

Harry Chapin · 1976

42 min · 9 tracks · traditional folk music

A reflective blend of storytelling and melody that captures life's fleeting moments with warmth and poignancy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady narrative flow throughout
  • reflective moments of storytelling
  • warm melodies for introspection
  • for quiet evenings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat party tracks
  • seek fast-paced listening experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1976, 'On the Road to Kingdom Come' was Harry Chapin's fourth studio album, following his breakthrough success with 'Heads & Tales' in 1972. At this point in his career, Chapin had established himself as a prominent figure in folk music, known for his narrative songwriting and social commentary.
Stylistic neighbors
Jim Croce· Gordon Lightfoot· John Denver

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 On the Road to Kingdom Come 5:26
  • 2 The Parade's Still Passing By 3:26
  • 3 The Mayor of Candor Lied 8:27
  • 4 Laugh Man 3:36
  • 5 Corey's Coming 5:41
  • 6 If My Mary Were Here 3:32
  • 7 Fall in Love With Him 3:54
  • 8 Caroline 3:41
  • 9 Roll Down the River 4:28

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