The Rambling Boys
Ramblin' Jack Elliott · 1957
34 min · 12 tracks · country · traditional folk music
A tapestry of traditional folk melodies stitched with heartfelt storytelling and rustic charm.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady narrative flow throughout
- heartfelt storytelling with charm
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- evocative tales of rural life
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced listening experiences
- seek modern production techniques
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1957, 'The Rambling Boys' was Ramblin' Jack Elliott's first album, establishing him as a prominent figure in the American folk revival. At this time, Elliott was transitioning from an aspiring artist to a recognized performer, influenced by legends like Woody Guthrie and Lead Belly.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Woody Guthrie· Pete Seeger· John Prine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rich and Rambling Boys 2:48
- 2 Buffalo Skinners 4:38
- 3 I Wish I Was a Rock 1:10
- 4 It's Hard, Ain't It Hard 3:24
- 5 All Around the Water Tank 2:00
- 6 Mother's Not Dead 2:05
- 7 East Virginia Blues 2:41
- 8 The Old Bachelor 2:28
- 9 Danville Girl 2:54
- 10 The State of Arkansas 3:28
- 11 The Death of Mr. Garfield 4:34
- 12 Roll On Buddy 2:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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