Released 20 years ago
The Complete Reprise Sessions
Gram Parsons · 2006
162 min · 48 tracks · country music
A blend of heartfelt country ballads and introspective storytelling wrapped in lush instrumentation and soulful harmonies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Love Hurts — This track exemplifies Parsons' ability to convey deep emotion through poignant lyrics and haunting melodies, capturing the essence of heartbreak.
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Return of the Grievous Angel — A standout in Parsons’ repertoire, this song blends lyrical depth with rich harmonies, showcasing his unique fusion of country and rock.
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Streets of Baltimore — This cover illustrates Parsons' knack for storytelling, painting a vivid picture of longing and nostalgia set against an urban backdrop.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing invites reflection
- heartfelt storytelling for introspection
- rich tapestry of emotional depth
- for late-night listening
- varied takes on familiar tracks
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone single tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released posthumously in 2006, The Complete Reprise Sessions compiles Gram Parsons' work during his time with Reprise Records, including tracks from his influential albums GP (1973) and Grievous Angel (1974). This collection showcases Parsons' pivotal role in shaping the country rock genre and highlights his collaborations with other artists like Emmylou Harris.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Byrds· Emmylou Harris· Neil Young
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Still Feeling Blue 2:43
- 2 We’ll Sweep Out the Ashes in the Morning 3:14
- 3 A Song for You 5:00
- 4 Streets of Baltimore 2:55
- 5 She 5:01
- 6 That’s All It Took 3:01
- 7 The New Soft Shoe 3:55
- 8 Kiss the Children 3:00
- 9 Cry One More Time 3:41
- 10 How Much I’ve Lied 2:29
- 11 Big Mouth Blues 3:58
- 12 GP Radio Promo 1:01
- 13 How Did You Meet Emmylou Harris? (interview) 1:54
- 14 What Is the Story Behind 'A Song for You'? (interview) 0:23
- 15 What Is the Story Behind 'The New Soft Shoe'? (interview) 0:54
- 16 WBCN Interview With Maxine Sartori 2:30
- 17 Love Hurts 4:58
- 18 Sin City 5:20
Disc 2
- 1 Return of the Grievous Angel 4:26
- 2 Hearts on Fire 3:52
- 3 I Can’t Dance 2:24
- 4 Brass Buttons 3:30
- 5 $1000 Wedding 5:05
- 6 Medley Live From Northern Quebec: Cash on the Barrelhead / Hickory Wind 6:28
- 7 Love Hurts 3:42
- 8 Ooh Las Vegas 3:32
- 9 In My Hour of Darkness 3:49
- 10 Return of the Grievous Angel (instrumental) 4:32
- 11 Did You Sing 'Hickory Wind' at the Grand Ole Opry? (interview) 1:50
- 12 What Differences Do You See Between Pure Country and Country Rock? (interview) 1:09
Disc 3
- 1 She (alternate version) 4:58
- 2 That’s All It Took (alternate version) 3:02
- 3 Still Feeling Blue (alternate version) 2:40
- 4 Kiss the Children 2:59
- 5 Streets of Baltimore (alternate version) 3:00
- 6 We’ll Sweep Out the Ashes in the Morning (alternate version) 3:18
- 7 The New Soft Shoe (alternate version) 4:05
- 8 Return of the Grievous Angel #1 (alternate version) 4:28
- 9 In My Hour of Darkness (alternate version) 3:46
- 10 Ooh Las Vegas (alternate version) 3:45
- 11 I Can’t Dance (alternate version) 2:25
- 12 Sleepless Nights (alternate version) 3:36
- 13 Love Hurts (alternate version) 3:47
- 14 Brass Buttons (alternate version) 3:27
- 15 Hickory Wind (alternate version) 4:17
- 16 Brand New Heartache 2:27
- 17 Sleepless Nights 3:26
- 18 The Angels Rejoiced Last Night 2:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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