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One Foot in the North

Jandek · 1991

43 min · 11 tracks · blues · folk · traditional folk music

A haunting exploration of isolation, blending raw folk melodies with introspective lyrics and unconventional structures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with resolution
  • introspective moments of isolation
  • haunting explorations of self
  • dynamic journey through emotions

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1991, 'One Foot in the North' is Jandek's sixth album, following his earlier works that established him as a unique voice in outsider music. This album continued to develop his distinctive style, characterized by unpolished production and abstract lyrical themes, further solidifying his position in the underground music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
The Residents· Daniel Johnston· Scott Walker

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Yellow Pages 7:07
  • 2 Angel 3:32
  • 3 Show the Man Your Picture 2:06
  • 4 Think About Your Lady 2:54
  • 5 Real Fine Movement 2:49
  • 6 Alehouse Blues 3:19
  • 7 Upon the Grandeur 8:36
  • 8 Phoenix 5:00
  • 9 Dreaming Man 3:46
  • 10 Breast in a Moonbeam 2:46
  • 11 Honey 1:31

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