Southbound cover

Released 60 years ago

Southbound

Doc Watson · 1966

37 min · 14 tracks · blues · country · folk

A blend of traditional folk melodies and heartfelt storytelling woven into intricate acoustic arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • heartfelt storytelling in each song
  • for cozy gatherings
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • easygoing melodies for road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy dance tracks
  • prefer long, complex compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1966, 'Southbound' was Doc Watson's third studio album, following his acclaimed debut 'Doc Watson' and the successful 'The Second Album'. At this point in his career, Watson was solidifying his reputation as a master guitarist and folk singer, contributing significantly to the burgeoning folk revival movement.
Stylistic neighbors
Tony Rice· Bill Monroe· John Prine

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Walk on Boy 3:23
  • 2 Blue Railroad Train 2:44
  • 3 Sweet Georgia Brown 1:55
  • 4 Alberta 2:43
  • 5 Southbound 2:49
  • 6 Windy and Warm 2:14
  • 7 Call of the Road 2:20
  • 8 Tennessee Stud 3:37
  • 9 That Was the Last Thing on My Mind 2:46
  • 10 Little Darling Pal of Mine 2:43
  • 11 Nothing to It 2:02
  • 12 Riddle Song 2:43
  • 13 Never No More Blues 3:13
  • 14 Nashville Pickin' 1:52

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