The Broadside Tapes 1
Phil Ochs · 1989
37 min · 16 tracks · folk rock · baroque pop · protest song
A poignant tapestry of folk narratives woven with sharp social commentary and heartfelt melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady narrative flow throughout
- poignant tales of social issues
- reflective moments for quiet thought
- short tracks for quick engagement
- heartfelt melodies with sharp commentary
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy party vibes
- prefer standalone singles over narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1989, 'The Broadside Tapes 1' captures Phil Ochs during a reflective phase in his career, following years of political activism and musical evolution. This album compiles performances from the 1960s, showcasing his prowess as a protest singer and storyteller, while bridging a gap between his earlier works and his later, more introspective recordings.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bob Dylan· Leonard Cohen· Tom Paxton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ballad of Alfred Packer 2:15
- 2 If I Knew 2:18
- 3 Ballad of John Henry Faulk 3:07
- 4 Spaceman 2:12
- 5 On My Way 1:45
- 6 Hazard, Kentucky 2:13
- 7 The Passing of My Life 2:25
- 8 That’s the Way It’s Gonna Be 2:43
- 9 Rivers of the Blood 2:04
- 10 Remember Me 2:27
- 11 Talking Pay T.V. 2:37
- 12 Christine Keeler 1:34
- 13 Spanish Civil War Song 2:16
- 14 Another Country 2:25
- 15 Time Was 1:41
- 16 I Shoulda Known Better 3:27
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