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You and Me at Home

John Hartford · 1980

34 min · 11 tracks · bluegrass music

A warm blend of bluegrass and folk, evoking nostalgia through heartfelt storytelling and acoustic instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • warm nostalgia for simpler times
  • steady pacing for relaxed enjoyment
  • heartfelt storytelling through music
  • for cozy gatherings
  • reflective moments with acoustic warmth

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy party vibes
  • prefer standalone tracks over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'You and Me at Home' was released in 1980, John Hartford was already an established figure in the bluegrass scene, known for his innovative style. This album followed his successful 1976 album 'Morning Bugle', showcasing his continued evolution as a songwriter and performer while further solidifying his unique voice within American roots music.
Stylistic neighbors
Doc Watson· Tim O'Brien· Tony Rice

Tracklist

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

  • 1 You and Me at Home 3:40
  • 2 Tonite We're Gonna Boogie 4:04
  • 3 Your Stuff 2:55
  • 4 River of Life 2:26
  • 5 Ladies Live Such a Long Long Time 2:34
  • 6 Once You've Had the Best 3:27
  • 7 Don't Go Away 4:31
  • 8 I Believe In You 2:42
  • 9 My Love for You 3:05
  • 10 Imagination Fired by Books 3:12
  • 11 You and Me Reprised 2:06

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