Released 19 years ago this October
Trinity Revisited
Cowboy Junkies · 2007
166 min · 25 tracks · alternative rock
A haunting blend of country and rock that captures poignant storytelling within a lush, atmospheric soundscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Misguided Angel — This track exemplifies the band's signature fusion of melancholy lyrics and ethereal instrumentation, making it a standout piece that resonates deeply with listeners.
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Sweet Jane — Their rendition of this classic song elevates its emotional weight, showcasing the band's ability to reinterpret well-known material while maintaining its essence.
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I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry — The cover showcases a raw vulnerability through its sparse arrangement, allowing the haunting vocals to shine and evoke profound feelings of isolation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing for reflection
- introspective themes of longing
- late-night solitude with depth
- haunting vocals for emotional connection
- dynamic exploration of nostalgia
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer upbeat party music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Trinity Revisited was released in 2007 as a reimagining of the Cowboy Junkies' landmark album The Trinity Session from 1988. At this point in their career, the band was revisiting their past while continuing to explore new interpretations of their classic material. This release coincided with a resurgence in interest in their music, as they celebrated nearly two decades since their breakthrough.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mazzy Star· Red House Painters· The National
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Misguided Angel
The narrative perspective shifts from longing to acceptance, illustrating an emotional journey throughout the song.
This structural choice deepens the emotional impact, providing a sense of resolution that contrasts with earlier sentiments of yearning.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Mining for Gold 1:36
- 2 Misguided Angel 4:49
- 3 Blue Moon Revisited (Song for Elvis) 5:38
- 4 I Don’t Get It 3:54
- 5 I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry 6:16
- 6 To Love Is to Bury 3:32
- 7 200 More Miles 5:18
- 8 Dreaming My Dreams With You 3:52
- 9 Working on a Building 6:38
- 10 Sweet Jane 8:45
- 11 Postcard Blues 3:36
- 12 Walking After Midnight 5:20
Disc 2
- 1 Mining for Gold 1:37
- 2 Misguided Angel 4:50
- 3 Blue Moon Revisited 5:38
- 4 I Don’t Get It 3:55
- 5 I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry 6:16
- 6 To Love Is to Bury 3:32
- 7 200 More Miles 5:19
- 8 Dreaming My Dreams 3:53
- 9 Working on a Building 6:38
- 10 Sweet Jane 8:45
- 11 Postcard Blues 3:36
- 12 Walking After Midnight 5:21
- 13 The Trinity Session Revisited – A Documentary 47:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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