South Coast
Ramblin' Jack Elliott · 1995
43 min · 12 tracks · country · traditional folk music
A timeless blend of traditional folk and country, echoing stories of hardship and resilience.
Why this album works
'South Coast' is notable for its deep-rooted exploration of American folk traditions, receiving critical acclaim for its authenticity and emotional depth. It helped to revitalize interest in traditional folk narratives during a period when such music faced declining mainstream attention, reaffirming Elliott's role as a key custodian of American roots music.
- Best for
- timeless tales of resilience dynamic journey with peaks reflective moments of storytelling
- Context
- By the release of 'South Coast' in 1995, Ramblin' Jack Elliott was a revered figure in American folk music, known for his storytelling prowess and influence on artists like Bob Dylan. This album came after his earlier works in the 1960s and a long hiatus from recording, marking a significant return to form as he revisited classic American narratives through his musical lens.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jerry Reed· Johnny Cash· Jerry Lee Lewis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pastures of Plenty 2:48
- 2 If I Were a Carpenter Standout 5:02
- 3 Cocaine Blues Standout 2:31
- 4 I Ain't Got No Home 2:09
- 5 Will James 2:16
- 6 The Buffalo Skinners (On the Trail of the Buffalo) 5:23
- 7 Rake and Ramblin' Boy 2:27
- 8 South Coast 7:55
- 9 Talkin' Dust Bowl 3:05
- 10 Mean Old Bedbug Blues 3:26
- 11 Ludlow Massacre Standout 4:25
- 12 San Francisco Bay Blues 2:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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