Released 50 years ago
Rose of Cimarron
Poco · 1976
36 min · 10 tracks · country music
A harmonious blend of country rock and soft rock, infused with lush instrumentation and heartfelt storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rose of Cimarron — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its vivid imagery and sweeping melodies, showcasing the band's signature harmonies and lyrical depth.
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Stealaway — This track features an irresistible groove and poignant lyrics about longing, highlighting Poco's knack for merging emotional storytelling with catchy hooks.
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Too Many Nights Too Long — A standout ballad that explores themes of heartache and reflection, it exemplifies the band's ability to convey deep emotion through both lyrics and instrumentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends country and rock elements with strong melodies but lacks a cohesive flow across all tracks.
What we noticed
- The title track opens the album with a slow tempo and layered harmonies, setting a reflective mood that persists through several subsequent tracks.
- Several songs incorporate shifts in dynamics, such as 'Stealaway,' which builds from a soft introduction to a more energetic chorus.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- contemplative afternoon vibes
- harmonious background ambiance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1976, Rose of Cimarron marked Poco's sixth studio album, coming on the heels of their previous effort, Indian Summer. By this time, the band was refining its sound, embracing a more polished approach that reflected their evolution since their formation in the late 1960s. This album was pivotal in solidifying their presence within the country-rock genre as they navigated changing musical landscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Eagles· America· Firefall
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rose of Cimarron 6:44
- 2 Stealaway 3:13
- 3 Just Like Me 2:46
- 4 Company’s Comin’ 2:37
- 5 Slow Poke 2:07
- 6 Too Many Nights Too Long 6:04
- 7 P.N.S. (When You Come Around) 3:19
- 8 Starin’ at the Sky 3:00
- 9 All Alone Together 3:24
- 10 Tulsa Turnaround 2:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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