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The Revolution Starts Now

Steve Earle · 2004

39 min · 11 tracks · blues · alternative country · Americana

Raw, politically charged Americana blending country-rock with biting social commentary and Earle's unmistakable voice.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • politically charged lyrical engagement
  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • raw storytelling with social commentary
  • invigorating reflections on current events

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
  • seek purely instrumental experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2004, 'The Revolution Starts Now' was Steve Earle's seventh studio album and marked his return to a more politically engaged songwriting style after a period of personal struggles and recovery. This album followed the Grammy-winning 'Jerusalem' (2002) and solidified Earle's position as a prominent voice in contemporary protest music.
Stylistic neighbors
Lucinda Williams· Townes Van Zandt· Ryan Adams

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Revolution Starts... 3:10
  • 2 Home to Houston 2:41
  • 3 Rich Man's War 3:25
  • 4 Warrior 4:11
  • 5 The Gringo's Tale 4:33
  • 6 Condi, Condi 3:08
  • 7 F the CC 3:12
  • 8 Comin' Around 3:41
  • 9 I Thought You Should Know 3:46
  • 10 The Seeker 3:11
  • 11 The Revolution Starts Now 4:23

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