Temporary Road cover

Temporary Road

John Gorka · 1992

46 min · 13 tracks · traditional folk music

A poignant blend of introspective lyrics and intricate acoustic melodies that evoke the essence of American folk storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • introspective lyrics for deep thought
  • acoustic melodies for quiet evenings
  • narrative storytelling through song
  • background warmth for cozy settings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1992, 'Temporary Road' was John Gorka's third studio album, following his well-received sophomore effort 'I’m From New Jersey'. At this point in his career, Gorka had established himself as a significant voice in the folk music scene, known for his lyrical depth and unique storytelling approach.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Looking Forward 4:05
  • 2 Baby Blues 3:43
  • 3 The Gypsy Life 4:24
  • 4 Vinnie Charles Is Free 4:27
  • 5 Gravyland 3:38
  • 6 Temporary Road 3:31
  • 7 All That Hammering 3:21
  • 8 I Don't Feel Like a Train 3:06
  • 9 When She Kisses Me 2:44
  • 10 Grand Larceny 3:26
  • 11 If I Could Forget to Breathe 2:28
  • 12 Can You Understand My Joy? 3:18
  • 13 Brown Shirts 3:52

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata