Pour Down Like Silver
Richard Thompson · 1975
67 min · 12 tracks · rock music
A haunting blend of folk-rock melodies and introspective lyrics that resonate with emotional depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like emotional ebb and flow
- introspective moments for reflection
- captivating live performance energy
- haunting melodies for quiet evenings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, instant gratification
- need straightforward single tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1975, 'Pour Down Like Silver' is Richard Thompson's first album after the dissolution of Fairport Convention, marking a significant shift towards his solo career. This album followed the acclaimed 'I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight,' solidifying his stature as a formidable songwriter and guitarist in the folk-rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nick Lowe· John Hiatt· Elvis Costello
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Streets of Paradise 4:17
- 2 For Shame of Doing Wrong 4:44
- 3 The Poor Boy Is Taken Away 3:35
- 4 Night Comes In 8:12
- 5 Jet Plane in a Rocking Chair 2:48
- 6 Beat the Retreat 5:52
- 7 Hard Luck Stories 3:51
- 8 Dimming of the Day / Dargai 7:20
- 9 Streets of Paradise (live) 3:57
- 10 Night Comes In (live) 12:22
- 11 Dark End of the Street (live) 4:16
- 12 Beat the Retreat (live) 6:25
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