Patchwork
Bobbie Gentry · 1971
42 min · 12 tracks · country
A rich tapestry of folk-infused country melodies layered with introspective storytelling and lush instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective storytelling with warmth
- dynamic mix of tempos
- for reflective afternoons
- rich melodies that invite engagement
Maybe skip if you want
- seeks instant gratification
- prefers high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on April 26, 1971, 'Patchwork' was Bobbie Gentry's fifth studio album, following her acclaimed 1968 hit 'The Delta Sweete.' At this point in her career, Gentry was transitioning from mainstream commercial success to a more personal, artistic expression, marking a shift towards experimentation in her music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jerry Lee Lewis· Willie Nelson· Hank Williams Jr.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Benjamin 3:39
- 2 Marigolds and Tangerines 2:05
- 3 Billy the Kid 2:03
- 4 Beverly 3:04
- 5 Miss Clara/Azusa Sue 4:19
- 6 But I Can’t Get Back 3:30
- 7 Jeremiah 5:20
- 8 Belinda 3:59
- 9 Mean Stepmama Blues 3:50
- 10 Your Number One Fan 2:32
- 11 Somebody Like Me¨ 3:25
- 12 Lookin’ In 4:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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