Released 10 years ago this June
Stranger to Stranger
Paul Simon · 2016
37 min · 11 tracks · folk rock · soft rock
An eclectic blend of folk, rock, and world music infused with experimental sounds and introspective lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing with reflective moments
- introspective themes for quiet afternoons
- eclectic sounds for curious listeners
- thoughtful melodies for deep focus
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer energetic party atmospheres
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- identity in flux· experimental soundscapes
- Career context
- By 2016, Paul Simon was a seasoned artist, releasing his 13th studio album 'Stranger to Stranger' following a long career marked by both commercial success and critical acclaim. This album came after his 2011 release 'So Beautiful or So What', showcasing Simon's continued evolution as a songwriter willing to explore new sonic territories.
- Stylistic neighbors
- James Taylor· Cat Stevens· Nick Drake
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Carrie & Lowell by Sufjan Stevens — Explores themes of identity and loss with an experimental yet intimate folk sound.Ghost on Ghost by Iron & Wine — Combines lush arrangements and introspective lyrics, echoing Simon's eclectic and reflective style.Sleep Well Beast by The National — Shares a blend of atmospheric soundscapes and personal themes of change and uncertainty.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Werewolf 3:25
- 2 Wristband 3:17
- 3 The Clock 1:02
- 4 Street Angel 2:11
- 5 Stranger to Stranger 4:35
- 6 In a Parade 2:21
- 7 Proof of Love 5:44
- 8 In the Garden of Edie 1:48
- 9 The Riverbank 4:11
- 10 Cool Papa Bell 4:02
- 11 Insomniac’s Lullaby 4:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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