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Redemption Road

Tom Paxton · 2015

48 min · 14 tracks · country · folk

A reflective blend of folk and country that captures the essence of storytelling through simple melodies and poignant lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • gentle storytelling for quiet moments
  • reflective listening on lazy afternoons
  • steady flow with emotional warmth
  • thoughtful background for contemplation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy anthems
  • prefering fast-paced listening experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
By the release of 'Redemption Road' in 2015, Tom Paxton was an established figure in the folk music scene, celebrating over five decades of songwriting. This album arrived after a hiatus since his last studio release in 2009, marking a return to form and showcasing his enduring ability to craft resonant narratives.
Stylistic neighbors
Pete Seeger· John Prine· Gordon Lightfoot

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Virginia Morning 3:42
  • 2 Susie Most of All 2:31
  • 3 Time to Spare 3:55
  • 4 The Losing Part 3:48
  • 5 Skeeters'll Gitcha 2:23
  • 6 Ireland 4:08
  • 7 Come On, Holy 2:56
  • 8 If the Poor Don't Matter 3:26
  • 9 The Mayor of Macdougal Street 4:01
  • 10 Central Square 4:40
  • 11 Buffalo Dreams 4:17
  • 12 The Battle of the Sexes 2:55
  • 13 Redemption Road 3:44
  • 14 The Parting Glass 1:37

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