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Wolfroy Goes to Town

Will Oldham · 2011

50 min · 10 tracks · country · folk · indie rock

A contemplative blend of country and folk, weaving intimate storytelling with sparse instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate storytelling moments
  • reflective afternoon listening
  • thoughtful background ambiance

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat energy
  • prefer standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2011, 'Wolfroy Goes to Town' is Will Oldham’s follow-up to the critically acclaimed 'Lie Down in the Light' from 2008. At this point, Oldham continued to explore his unique artistic voice, delving deeper into themes of existence and introspection through a more stripped-back sound. The album showcases his evolution as a songwriter while maintaining his established indie folk aesthetic.
Stylistic neighbors
Sufjan Stevens· Iron & Wine· Bon Iver

Tracklist

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

  • 1 No Match 5:55
  • 2 New Whaling 5:39
  • 3 Time to Be Clear 4:04
  • 4 New Tibet 4:32
  • 5 Black Captain 6:35
  • 6 Cows 4:55
  • 7 There Will Be Spring 3:32
  • 8 Quail and Dumplings 4:57
  • 9 We Are Unhappy 6:46
  • 10 Night Noises 3:28

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