Time Step
Leo Kottke · 1983
34 min · 12 tracks · blues · traditional folk music
Intricate fingerpicking weaves through playful melodies, showcasing Kottke's virtuosic guitar work and storytelling flair.
Why this album works
- Best for
- playful melodies for relaxed moments steady pacing for casual listening intricate guitar work enjoyment
- Context
- By 1983, Leo Kottke had already established himself as a notable acoustic guitarist with a unique blend of folk and blues. 'Time Step' marked his return to the studio after a four-year hiatus since 'My Feet Are Smiling' (1978), reflecting a period of personal reflection and artistic maturation.
- If you like
- blues, traditional folk music
Time Step is an album by Leo Kottke, released in 1983. Intricate fingerpicking weaves through playful melodies, showcasing Kottke's virtuosic guitar work and storytelling flair. The album is significant for its critical reception, with tracks like 'Running All Night Long' receiving praise for their lively arrangements. It contributed to Kottke's reputation as a skilled storyteller and instrumentalist in the folk music genre, influencing subsequent acoustic guitarists who sought to blend intricate playing with engaging narratives. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Time Step sound like?
Intricate fingerpicking weaves through playful melodies, showcasing Kottke's virtuosic guitar work and storytelling flair. Rooted in blues and traditional folk music.
What makes Time Step by Leo Kottke notable?
The album is significant for its critical reception, with tracks like 'Running All Night Long' receiving praise for their lively arrangements. It contributed to Kottke's reputation as a skilled storyteller and instrumentalist in the folk music genre, influencing subsequent acoustic guitarists who sought to blend intricate playing with engaging narratives. By 1983, Leo Kottke had already established himself as a notable acoustic guitarist with a unique blend of folk and blues. 'Time Step' marked his return to the studio after a four-year hiatus since 'My Feet Are Smiling' (1978), reflecting a period of personal reflection and artistic maturation.
Who is Time Step for?
Time Step works well if you're into playful melodies for relaxed moments, steady pacing for casual listening and intricate guitar work enjoyment.
How many songs are on Time Step?
Time Step has 12 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Running All Night Long Standout 2:44
- 2 The Bungle Party 3:02
- 3 Rings 2:55
- 4 Mr. Fonebone 2:07
- 5 Julie's House 3:26
- 6 Memories Are Made of This 2:39
- 7 Saginaw, Michigan Standout 3:38
- 8 I'll Break Out Again 3:25
- 9 The Wrong Track 2:43
- 10 Starving 2:59
- 11 Here Comes That Rainbow Again Standout 3:14
- 12 Little Martha 1:28
Release Date
January 1, 1983
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
34 min 26 sec
Learn More
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.
