What makes Turnin' Back the Pages by Stephen Stills notable?

'Turnin' Back the Pages' stands out for its intimate approach to Stills' extensive catalog, offering new arrangements of classic songs alongside original material. The album received positive critical reception, highlighting Stills' ability to merge personal storytelling with broader musical influences, reaffirming his status as a pivotal figure in rock and folk music. In 2003, Stephen Stills released 'Turnin' Back the Pages' as a retrospective of his career, following his last studio album 'Stills Alone' in 1991. This collection showcases his enduring relevance in the music scene while revisiting themes and styles that have characterized his work since the late 1960s.

Who is Turnin' Back the Pages for?

Turnin' Back the Pages works well if you're into reflective journey through nostalgia, wave-like pacing with dynamics and introspective melodies for contemplation.

How many songs are on Turnin' Back the Pages?

Turnin' Back the Pages has 22 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.

Turnin' Back the Pages

Stephen Stills · 2003

78 min · 22 tracks · country

A reflective journey through folk-infused rock, blending nostalgia with soulful melodies and introspective lyrics.

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Where this album fits

Career context: In 2003, Stephen Stills released 'Turnin' Back the Pages' as a retrospective of his career, following his last studio album 'Stills Alone' in 1991. This collection showcases his enduring relevance in the music scene while revisiting themes and styles that have characterized his work since the late 1960s.
Stylistic neighbors: Jerry Lee Lewis· Willie Nelson· Hank Williams Jr.

Tracklist

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1 As I Come of Age 2:38
2 In the Way 3:38
3 New Mama 2:30
4 Cold Cold World 4:37
5 Love Story 4:14
6 Turn Back the Pages 4:06
7 First Things First 2:17
8 Stateline Blues 2:01
9 The Loner 4:16
10 Buyin’ Time 3:37
11 Soldier 3:01
12 Closer to You 3:37
13 Ring of Love 4:03
14 Circlin’ 4:19
15 Midnight Rider 3:42
16 Not Fade Away 3:30
17 Can’t Get No Booty 3:49
18 What’s the Game? 3:38
19 Thoroughfare Gap 3:34
20 Beaucoup Yumbo 3:41
21 You Don’t Love Me 4:10
22 It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry 3:28

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