Straightaways
Son Volt · 1997
40 min · 10 tracks · alternative country
A reflective blend of alt-country melodies layered with introspective lyrics and rich instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- introspective tracks for quiet evenings
- rich instrumentation for deep listening
- for road trip soundtracks
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy dance tracks
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on April 22, 1997, 'Straightaways' was Son Volt's third album, following their critically acclaimed debut 'Trace' (1995) and the sophomore effort 'Wide Swing Tremolo' (1997). At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their sound and exploring deeper lyrical themes, moving beyond the immediate impact of their breakthrough album.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Uncle Tupelo· Wilco· Ryan Adams
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Caryatid Easy 4:43
- 2 Back Into Your World 3:43
- 3 Picking Up the Signal 3:45
- 4 Left a Slide 5:10
- 5 Creosote 4:10
- 6 Cemetery Savior 3:12
- 7 Last Minute Shakedown 4:03
- 8 Been Set Free 4:33
- 9 No More Parades 3:19
- 10 Way Down Watson 3:42
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