What makes Open Road by Cowboy Junkies notable?

This album received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and sonic cohesion, contributing to Cowboy Junkies' reputation as pioneers of the alt-country genre. It showcases the band's ability to blend personal storytelling with broader themes, resonating well with both critics and fans alike, reinforcing their status within the Canadian music landscape. By the time 'Open Road' was released in 2002, Cowboy Junkies were established figures in the alternative rock scene, having gained prominence with their 1988 breakthrough album 'The Trinity Session'. This album marked a continuation of their exploration into more personal and narrative-driven songwriting, following the introspective nature of their previous work, 'Miles from Our Home'.

Who is Open Road for?

Open Road works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, intimate melodies for reflective moments and for long drives.

How many songs are on Open Road?

Open Road has 27 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.

Open Road

Cowboy Junkies · 2002

59 min · 27 tracks · alternative rock

A haunting blend of alt-country and rock, steeped in reflective lyrics and intimate melodies.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic journey with emotional peaks
intimate melodies for reflective moments
for long drives
haunting atmosphere for quiet evenings
engaging storytelling through song

Maybe skip if you want

prefer instant gratification tracks
avoid lengthy, narrative-driven music

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Open Road' was released in 2002, Cowboy Junkies were established figures in the alternative rock scene, having gained prominence with their 1988 breakthrough album 'The Trinity Session'. This album marked a continuation of their exploration into more personal and narrative-driven songwriting, following the introspective nature of their previous work, 'Miles from Our Home'.
Stylistic neighbors: Mazzy Star· Red House Painters· The National

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

1 Lay It Down
2 Hard to Explain
3 Bread and Wine River Song Trilogy
4 River Waltz
5 Bea’s Song
6 Dragging Hooks
7 Blue Moon Revisited
8 Anniversary Song
9 A Behind the Scenes Look at the Open Road Tour With Video, Stills and Music
10 Anniversary Song
11 Sun Comes Up, It’s Tuesday Morning
12 Misguided Angel
13 I’m So Open
14 Small Swift Birds
15 Thousand Year Prayer
16 Hollow as a Bone
17 Margo and Michael Discuss the Writing and Recording of Open and Perform a Few Songs From the Album

Disc 2

1 Murder Tonight, in the Trailer Park 6:27
2 Lay It Down 10:48
3 This Street, That Man, This Life 3:42
4 Thousand Year Prayer 4:24
5 Bread and Wine 5:22
6 Witches 3:33
7 Something More Besides You 4:00
8 Escape Is So Simple 4:09
9 Dragging Hooks 12:00
10 Anniversary Song 5:13

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