Strangers Again
Judy Collins · 2015
48 min · 12 tracks · folk music
A tender blend of folk and pop, weaving heartfelt narratives through lush melodies and Collins' timeless vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Strangers Again Start here — The title track opens the album with a reflective tone, encapsulating themes of nostalgia and connection that permeate the project.
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Hallelujah — Collins' rendition of this Leonard Cohen classic showcases her interpretive skill, imbuing the song with a sense of vulnerability and reverence.
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Send in the Clowns — This poignant performance highlights Collins' emotive vocal delivery and ability to convey complex emotions, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and emotional delivery but lacks a cohesive flow across its length.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features a slow build, layering strings and vocals before introducing the main melody.
- Several tracks incorporate rich harmonies, particularly in the choruses, which enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The last three tracks feature a noticeable drop in tempo, creating a reflective atmosphere that contrasts with the earlier songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- timeless storytelling through vocals
- evocative themes of nostalgia
- for quiet evenings
- intimate listening with close friends
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Themes
- passage of time· intimate relationships· folk storytelling
- Career context
- By 2015, Judy Collins was a revered figure in folk music, known for her powerful interpretations and vocal prowess. 'Strangers Again' marked her return to original songwriting after a gap, showcasing her continued relevance in the music scene. This album came nearly five decades after her breakthrough with 'Both Sides Now'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joan Baez· Linda Ronstadt· Carole King
Tracklist
- 1 Strangers Again Start here 4:40
- 2 Miracle River 4:39
- 3 Belfast to Boston 3:43
- 4 When I Go 4:27
- 5 Make Our Garden Grow 3:27
- 6 Feels Like Home 3:59
- 7 From Grace 3:46
- 8 Hallelujah 4:11
- 9 Someday Soon 3:20
- 10 Stars in My Eyes 3:46
- 11 Send in the Clowns 3:52
- 12 Races 4:39
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
You Want It Darker
Leonard Cohen
Shares reflective storytelling and themes of love and loss with a haunting vocal delivery.
Pink Moon
Nick Drake
Combines intimate folk melodies with introspective lyrics about fleeting time and relationships.
Short Movie
Laura Marling
Explores personal narratives and emotional depth in a contemporary folk soundscape.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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