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The Occasionals

Jim Bryson · 2000

35 min · 9 tracks · traditional folk music

Intimate folk melodies intertwine with reflective lyricism, evoking a sense of nostalgia and personal storytelling.

The Occasionals is an album by Jim Bryson, released in 2000. Intimate folk melodies intertwine with reflective lyricism, evoking a sense of nostalgia and personal storytelling. This album matters as it introduced Bryson's distinct voice to the folk music community, garnering critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and musicality. It received notable reviews from Canadian music critics, paving the way for subsequent works and solidifying his place within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Occasionals sound like?

Intimate folk melodies intertwine with reflective lyricism, evoking a sense of nostalgia and personal storytelling. Rooted in traditional folk music.

What makes The Occasionals by Jim Bryson notable?

This album matters as it introduced Bryson's distinct voice to the folk music community, garnering critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and musicality. It received notable reviews from Canadian music critics, paving the way for subsequent works and solidifying his place within the genre. In 2000, Jim Bryson released 'The Occasionals' as his debut album, establishing himself in the Canadian folk scene. At this point, he had been honing his craft through live performances but had not yet achieved significant recognition outside of local venues. This album marked the beginning of his journey into recording and expanding his audience.

How many songs are on The Occasionals?

The Occasionals has 9 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·35:38

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

  • 1 Without Piano 3:07
  • 2 Travelled by Land Standout 3:36
  • 3 26 Miles by Car 4:19
  • 4 February Standout 3:22
  • 5 Satellite 5:11
  • 6 Impaler 3:23
  • 7 Lately 3:04
  • 8 Soupy Sayles 3:55
  • 9 One Cigarette Standout 5:39

Release Date

January 1, 2000

Artist Origin

Canada

Runtime

35 min 38 sec