The Poet Game
Greg Brown · 1994
53 min · 12 tracks · rock music
A tapestry of folk storytelling woven with rock undertones, reflecting on life’s complexities through vivid imagery and heartfelt melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Brand New '64 Dodge Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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The Poet Game — This title track encapsulates the album’s themes of storytelling and introspection, showcasing Brown's lyrical prowess and reflective songwriting style.
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Jesus and Elvis — In this track, Brown draws parallels between two iconic figures, using humor and depth to explore themes of faith and celebrity culture.
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Sadness — This song captures a profound sense of melancholy through its haunting melody and poignant lyrics, reflecting on the human experience with sincerity.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective storytelling with vivid imagery
- steady pacing for thoughtful listening
- moments of introspective calm
- ideal for evening relaxation
- narrative-driven tracks with peaks
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album helped solidify Greg Brown's reputation in American folk music.
- Themes
- American folk storytelling· celebrity culture critique
- Career context
- Greg Brown was gaining recognition as a leading voice in American folk music by the time of The Poet Game, following his 1991 album, The Live One. This release continued to build his reputation for poignant lyrics and narrative-driven songs, further solidifying his place in the folk music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Prine· Bill Morrissey· Loudon Wainwright III
Tracklist
- 1 Brand New '64 Dodge Start here 3:51
- 2 Boomtown 3:19
- 3 The Poet Game 5:31
- 4 Ballingall Hotel 5:40
- 5 One Wrong Turn 3:44
- 6 Jesus and Elvis 3:38
- 7 Sadness 5:50
- 8 Lately 4:24
- 9 Lord I Have Made You a Place in My Heart 4:17
- 10 My New Book 5:58
- 11 Driftless 3:02
- 12 Here in the Going, Going, Gone 3:44
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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