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The Best of Phil Ochs

Phil Ochs · 2002

60 min · 12 tracks · folk rock · baroque pop · protest song

A poignant blend of folk melodies and incisive lyrics that critique societal issues and personal dilemmas.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • poignant reflections on societal issues
  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • thoughtful moments for introspection
  • engaging storytelling across tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat party anthems

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2002, 'The Best of Phil Ochs' compiles the essential works of Ochs, who was a prominent figure in the 1960s protest music movement. This retrospective came decades after his initial rise to fame with albums like 'I Ain't Marching Anymore' (1965) and serves as a reminder of his lasting influence on folk and political music.
Stylistic neighbors
Bob Dylan· Leonard Cohen· Tom Paxton

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Cross My Heart 3:19
  • 2 Flower Lady 6:05
  • 3 Outside of a Small Circle 3:43
  • 4 Pleasures of the Harbour 8:08
  • 5 The Crucifiction 8:44
  • 6 Tape From California 6:47
  • 7 The War Is Over 4:23
  • 8 Rehearsals for Retirement 4:14
  • 9 William Butler Yeats Visits Lincoln Park 2:57
  • 10 No More Songs 4:18
  • 11 Chords of Fame 3:32
  • 12 I Ain't Marchin' Anymore (live) 3:47

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