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Slant 6 Mind

Greg Brown · 1997

54 min · 13 tracks · traditional folk music

A blend of folk storytelling and rock sensibilities, echoing the introspection of life's fleeting moments.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady reflective storytelling journey
  • introspective moments for quiet nights
  • thoughtful exploration of fleeting life
  • warm acoustic backdrop for contemplation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy party tracks
  • prefer instant gratification songs

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1997, Greg Brown had established himself as a significant voice in Americana and folk music, with 'Slant 6 Mind' being his twelfth studio album. This release followed his acclaimed record 'The Poet Game' (1994), marking a continued evolution in his lyrical depth and musical complexity.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Whatever It Was 4:49
  • 2 Loneliness House 4:24
  • 3 Mose Allison Played Here 3:45
  • 4 Spring & All 3:15
  • 5 Vivid 3:15
  • 6 Dusty Woods 5:57
  • 7 Billy From the Hills 5:00
  • 8 Speaking in Tongues 4:33
  • 9 Enough 4:38
  • 10 Hurt So Nice 2:13
  • 11 Wild Like a Sonny Boy 3:41
  • 12 Down at the Mill 4:08
  • 13 Why Don't You Just Go Home 4:23

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