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To Kingdom Come: The Definitive Collection

The Band · 1989

134 min · 31 tracks · folk rock · blues rock · alternative country

A rich tapestry of Americana, blending roots rock with soul-stirring narratives and a diverse instrumental palette.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • -stirring narratives throughout
  • for reflective afternoons
  • engaging storytelling in every track

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1989, 'To Kingdom Come: The Definitive Collection' served as a retrospective for The Band during a period of reduced mainstream visibility following their peak in the late 1960s and early 1970s. This compilation highlighted their influential work, especially after their split in 1976 and various solo projects by band members. It marked a significant moment of reflection on their legacy and impact on music.
Stylistic neighbors
Wilco· The Jayhawks· Lucinda Williams

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Back to Memphis 6:08
  • 2 Tears of Rage 5:24
  • 3 To Kingdom Come 3:23
  • 4 Long Black Veil 3:06
  • 5 Chest Fever 5:17
  • 6 The Weight 4:38
  • 7 I Shall Be Released 3:16
  • 8 Up on Cripple Creek 4:36
  • 9 Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever 3:34
  • 10 Rag Mama Rag 3:05
  • 11 The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down 3:33
  • 12 Unfaithful Servant 4:19
  • 13 King Harvest (Has Surely Come) 3:43
  • 14 The Shape I'm In 4:05
  • 15 The W.S. Walcott Medicine Show 3:13
  • 16 Daniel and the Sacred Harp 4:14
  • 17 Stage Fright 3:42

Disc 2

  • 1 Don't Do It (Baby Don't You Do It) 4:44
  • 2 Life Is a Carnival 4:02
  • 3 When I Paint My Masterpiece 4:22
  • 4 4% Pantomime 4:37
  • 5 The River Hymn 4:42
  • 6 Mystery Train 5:45
  • 7 Endless Highway 5:27
  • 8 Get Up Jake 2:18
  • 9 It Makes No Difference 6:35
  • 10 Ophelia 3:32
  • 11 Acadian Driftwood 6:43
  • 12 Christmas Must Be Tonight 3:41
  • 13 The Saga of Pepote Rouge 4:17
  • 14 Knockin' Lost John 3:49

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