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Peculiaroso

Leo Kottke · 1994

36 min · 12 tracks · blues · traditional folk music

A whimsical blend of fingerstyle guitar and storytelling, weaving folk traditions with bluesy improvisation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical storytelling through music
  • steady mid-tempo flow throughout
  • for afternoon relaxation
  • engaging melodies for wandering minds

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seek dramatic emotional intensity

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Peculiaroso' was released in 1994, Leo Kottke had established himself as a prominent acoustic guitarist, known for his unique fingerpicking style. This album followed his critically acclaimed work in the late 1970s and 1980s, showcasing his continued evolution as an artist while enjoying a resurgence in popularity with younger audiences.
Stylistic neighbors
John Fahey· Bert Jansch· Michael Hedges

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Peg Leg 3:27
  • 2 Poor Boy 3:07
  • 3 Parade 2:49
  • 4 Wonderland by Night 3:30
  • 5 World Made to Order 3:47
  • 6 Room Service (at the Tahiti Motel) 2:52
  • 7 Turning Into Randolph Scott (Humid Child) 3:42
  • 8 Porky and Pale 2:26
  • 9 Arms of Mary 3:06
  • 10 The Room at the Top of the Stairs 2:41
  • 11 Big Situation 3:15
  • 12 Twilight Time 1:51

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