Quarter Moon in a Ten Cent Town
Emmylou Harris · 1978
36 min · 10 tracks · folk · gospel · bluegrass music
A blend of heartfelt storytelling and lush instrumentation that captures the essence of American roots music.
Why this album works
- Best for
- heartfelt storytelling with warmth steady mid-tempo reflective moments for a cozy evening
- Context
- Released in 1978, 'Quarter Moon in a Ten Cent Town' marked Emmylou Harris's fourth studio album, following her critically acclaimed 'Luxury Liner'. At this point in her career, Harris was solidifying her position within the country and Americana genres, having gained significant recognition for her unique voice and interpretation of traditional styles.
- If you like
- folk, gospel, bluegrass music
Quarter Moon in a Ten Cent Town is an album by Emmylou Harris, released in 1978. A blend of heartfelt storytelling and lush instrumentation that captures the essence of American roots music. This album is notable for its chart success, peaking at number 10 on the Billboard Country Albums chart and receiving critical acclaim from publications like Rolling Stone. Its mix of original songs and covers showcased Harris's ability to blend various influences, contributing to the growing Americana movement during the late 1970s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Quarter Moon in a Ten Cent Town sound like?
A blend of heartfelt storytelling and lush instrumentation that captures the essence of American roots music. Rooted in folk and gospel.
What makes Quarter Moon in a Ten Cent Town by Emmylou Harris notable?
This album is notable for its chart success, peaking at number 10 on the Billboard Country Albums chart and receiving critical acclaim from publications like Rolling Stone. Its mix of original songs and covers showcased Harris's ability to blend various influences, contributing to the growing Americana movement during the late 1970s. Released in 1978, 'Quarter Moon in a Ten Cent Town' marked Emmylou Harris's fourth studio album, following her critically acclaimed 'Luxury Liner'. At this point in her career, Harris was solidifying her position within the country and Americana genres, having gained significant recognition for her unique voice and interpretation of traditional styles.
Who is Quarter Moon in a Ten Cent Town for?
Quarter Moon in a Ten Cent Town works well if you're into heartfelt storytelling with warmth, steady mid-tempo reflective moments and for a cozy evening.
How many songs are on Quarter Moon in a Ten Cent Town?
Quarter Moon in a Ten Cent Town has 10 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Easy From Now On 3:07
- 2 Two More Bottles of Wine Standout 3:11
- 3 To Daddy 2:51
- 4 My Songbird 3:11
- 5 Leaving Louisiana in the Broad Daylight Standout 4:22
- 6 Defying Gravity 4:18
- 7 I Ain't Living Long Like This Standout 4:09
- 8 One Paper Kid 3:00
- 9 Green Rolling Hills 3:40
- 10 Burn That Candle 4:25
Release Date
January 1, 1978
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
36 min 19 sec
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