Speaking of Dreams
Joan Baez · 1989
45 min · 9 tracks · country · folk · traditional folk music
A reflective tapestry of folk and world music woven with poignant storytelling and Baez's signature voice.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective flow
- poignant storytelling and themes
- thoughtful afternoon listening sessions
- intimate moments of quiet reflection
Maybe skip if you want
- need for fast-paced energy
- prefer standalone upbeat tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Speaking of Dreams' was released in 1989, Joan Baez had already established herself as a pivotal figure in the folk music scene since the early 1960s. This album marked her return to recording after a five-year hiatus, showcasing her enduring commitment to social issues and artistic expression.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joni Mitchell· Leonard Cohen· Odetta
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 China 6:30
- 2 Warriors of the Sun 5:30
- 3 Carrickfergus 5:38
- 4 Hand to Mouth 4:34
- 5 Speaking of Dreams 4:30
- 6 El Salvador 3:58
- 7 Rambler Gambler / Whispering Bells 5:07
- 8 Fairfax County 5:54
- 9 A Mi Manera 3:54
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