Stealin' Home cover

Released 48 years ago this August

Stealin' Home

Iain Matthews · 1978

37 min · 11 tracks · traditional folk music

A melodic blend of folk and pop, infused with heartfelt storytelling and rich acoustic arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for relaxed listening
  • heartfelt storytelling throughout tracks
  • gradual resolution towards the end
  • for afternoon relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced music
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1978, Iain Matthews had established himself as a significant figure in folk music, following his tenure with Fairport Convention and his previous solo work. 'Stealin' Home' was his fifth studio album, showcasing his evolution as a songwriter after the critical success of 'Valley Hi' in 1973. This release positioned him firmly within the singer-songwriter movement of the late 70s.
Stylistic neighbors
Nick Drake· Richard Thompson· John Martyn

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Gimme an Inch Girl 4:19
  • 2 Don’t Hang Up Your Dancing Shoes 2:58
  • 3 King of the Night 3:52
  • 4 Man in the Station 3:55
  • 5 Let There Be Blues 3:59
  • 6 Carefully Taught 0:59
  • 7 Stealin’ Home 3:21
  • 8 Shake It 3:20
  • 9 Yank & Mary / Smile 2:29
  • 10 Slip Away 4:12
  • 11 Sail My Soul 4:26

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