One Big Town cover

One Big Town

Greg Brown · 1989

40 min · 10 tracks · traditional folk music

A rich blend of folk storytelling and rock melodies that captures the essence of small-town America.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo storytelling flow
  • small-town nostalgia and warmth
  • reflective moments during commute
  • thoughtful lyrics for quiet evenings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer instant gratification songs

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1989, Greg Brown was establishing himself as a notable figure in American folk music. 'One Big Town' served as his fifth studio album, following 'Down in There' (1986), and showcased his evolving songwriting style while solidifying his presence on the folk scene.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Way They Get Themselves Up 2:18
  • 2 The Monkey 4:29
  • 3 One Cool Remove 3:06
  • 4 Back Home Again 3:59
  • 5 Just Live 3:22
  • 6 Tell Me It's Gonna Be Alright 6:14
  • 7 Lotsa Kindsa Money 3:55
  • 8 Things Go On 4:41
  • 9 America Will Eat You 4:58
  • 10 One Big Town 3:49

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata