One Fair Summer Evening
Nanci Griffith · 1988
49 min · 12 tracks · country · folk
A tapestry of heartfelt storytelling woven through lush melodies and Nanci Griffith's evocative vocals.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- heartfelt storytelling through melodies
- evocative vocals for quiet introspection
- narrative flow across all tracks
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 1988, Nanci Griffith was solidifying her place in the folk and country music scene with 'One Fair Summer Evening', her first live album. Following the success of her studio albums, this release showcased her ability to connect directly with audiences, capturing the essence of her storytelling in a live setting. It came just after her breakthrough album 'Lone Star State of Mind', further establishing her reputation as a poignant songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mary Chapin Carpenter· Lucinda Williams· Kate Campbell
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Once in a Very Blue Moon 3:08
- 2 Looking for the Time (Workin' Girl) 3:10
- 3 Deadwood, South Dakota 5:15
- 4 More Than a Whisper 3:46
- 5 I Would Bring You Ireland 3:37
- 6 Roseville Fair 3:46
- 7 Workin' in Corners 4:09
- 8 Trouble in the Fields 4:02
- 9 The Wing and the Wheel 3:29
- 10 From a Distance 4:48
- 11 Love at the Five and Dime 7:29
- 12 Spin on a Red Brick Floor 3:13
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