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Who Are Those Guys?

New Riders of the Purple Sage · 1977

29 min · 10 tracks · country rock

A vibrant blend of country rock and folk, laced with playful storytelling and warm harmonies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful storytelling and humor
  • short bursts of energy
  • for spontaneous gatherings
  • easy sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, immersive albums
  • seek deep emotional introspection

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1977, 'Who Are Those Guys?' was the New Riders of the Purple Sage's fourth studio album and a pivotal moment in their career. At this point, they were transitioning from their earlier psychedelic influences to a more straightforward country rock sound, reflecting the changing musical landscape of the late 1970s.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Can Heal You 3:22
  • 2 High Rollers 2:49
  • 3 Peggy Sue 2:38
  • 4 (Just) Another Night in Reno 3:00
  • 5 It Never Hurts to Be Nice to Somebody 3:04
  • 6 Love Has Strange Ways 2:47
  • 7 Hold on It's Coming 4:17
  • 8 By and by When I Need You 2:10
  • 9 Home Grown 2:37
  • 10 Red Hot Women and Ice Cold Beer 2:39

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