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Ramblin' Fever

Merle Haggard · 1977

29 min · 10 tracks · country

A blend of honky-tonk rhythms and heartfelt storytelling, capturing the essence of classic country music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo storytelling
  • heartfelt narratives for reflection
  • short tracks for quick listens
  • nostalgic vibes for road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • desire for lengthy epics
  • need for high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1977, 'Ramblin' Fever' was Merle Haggard's thirteenth studio album, following his commercially successful project 'The Best of Merle Haggard.' At this point in his career, Haggard had solidified his position as a leading figure in country music, blending personal narrative with social commentary.
Stylistic neighbors
Waylon Jennings· Johnny Cash· George Jones

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ramblin’ Fever 3:14
  • 2 When My Blue Moon Turns to Gold Again 3:16
  • 3 Ghost Story 2:39
  • 4 Set Me Free 2:41
  • 5 Love Somebody to Death 3:10
  • 6 If We’re Not Back in Love by Monday 3:14
  • 7 I Think It’s Gone Forever 2:53
  • 8 Ain’t Your Memory Got No Pride at All 2:31
  • 9 My Love for You 2:21
  • 10 The Last Letter 3:29

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata