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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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