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Rules of Travel

Rosanne Cash · 2003

39 min · 11 tracks · country · folk

A reflective blend of country and folk that navigates themes of love, loss, and personal growth.

Why this album works

This album received critical acclaim and solidified Cash's position as a vital voice in contemporary country music. It features the poignant track 'September When It Comes,' a collaboration with her father, Johnny Cash, which garnered attention for its emotional depth and became a significant part of both artists' legacies.
Career context
In 2003, Rosanne Cash was re-establishing herself in the music scene after a decade-long hiatus from recording. 'Rules of Travel' marked her first album since 1995's 'The Wheel,' and it showcased a matured perspective shaped by personal experiences, including her father's legacy and her own life transitions.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Beautiful Pain 2:50
  • 2 44 Stories 3:19
  • 3 I'll Change for You 3:50
  • 4 Rules of Travel Standout 3:54
  • 5 September When It Comes Standout 3:40
  • 6 Hope Against Hope Standout 3:56
  • 7 Will You Remember Me 2:41
  • 8 Three Steps Down 3:45
  • 9 Closer Than I Appear 3:38
  • 10 Western Wall 2:57
  • 11 Last Stop Before Home 4:31

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