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Restless Wind

George Winston · 2019

53 min · 11 tracks · new age music

A contemplative blend of piano melodies with subtle echoes of American folk and classic standards.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady reflective listening experience
  • gentle melodies for quiet moments
  • subtle emotional peaks throughout
  • thoughtful background for creativity
  • soulful echoes of nostalgia

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time George Winston released 'Restless Wind', he had already established himself as a leading figure in the new age music scene, having gained significant recognition with albums like 'December' (1982) and 'Forest' (1994). This album marks his continued exploration of American musical traditions and emotional landscapes, demonstrating his growth as an artist while remaining true to his signature style.
Stylistic neighbors
Ludovico Einaudi· Yann Tiersen· Philip Glass

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Autumn Wind (Pixie #11) 5:00
  • 2 Judge, Judge 5:02
  • 3 A Change Is Gonna Come 5:03
  • 4 Summertime 5:38
  • 5 Canción Mixteca (Immigrant's Lament) 4:18
  • 6 The Good Earth 3:48
  • 7 For What It's Worth 4:56
  • 8 Muskrat Ramble / I Feel Like I'm Fixin' to Die Rag / Stop the Bleeding 7:03
  • 9 The Times of Harvey Milk 4:25
  • 10 The Unknown Soldier 4:45
  • 11 The Wayward Wind 3:06

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