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Farther Along

Spirit · 1976

31 min · 12 tracks · psychedelic rock

A whimsical journey blending psychedelic rock with folk influences and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of exploration.

Farther Along is an album by Spirit, released in 1976. A whimsical journey blending psychedelic rock with folk influences and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of exploration. 'Farther Along' is notable for its artistic maturity and has been recognized for influencing later psychedelic rock artists. The album features the track 'Nature's Way,' which has been praised for its environmental themes and has seen resurgence in popularity due to its relevance in contemporary discussions on nature and ecology. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Farther Along sound like?

A whimsical journey blending psychedelic rock with folk influences and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of exploration. Rooted in psychedelic rock.

What makes Farther Along by Spirit notable?

'Farther Along' is notable for its artistic maturity and has been recognized for influencing later psychedelic rock artists. The album features the track 'Nature's Way,' which has been praised for its environmental themes and has seen resurgence in popularity due to its relevance in contemporary discussions on nature and ecology. By the time 'Farther Along' was released in June 1976, Spirit had already gained recognition with their previous albums, particularly the critically acclaimed 'Twelve Dreams of Dr. Sardonicus.' This album marked their fifth studio release, showcasing a shift towards more compact songwriting while still retaining their signature experimental sound.

How many songs are on Farther Along?

Farther Along has 12 tracks, running approximately 31 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·31:18

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

  • 1 Farther Along Standout 3:23
  • 2 Atomic Boogie 2:39
  • 3 World Eat World Dog 2:46
  • 4 Stoney Night 2:30
  • 5 Pineapple 2:11
  • 6 Colossus 3:01
  • 7 Mega Star Standout 3:26
  • 8 Phoebe 2:10
  • 9 Don't Lock Up Your Door 3:13
  • 10 Once With You 1:32
  • 11 Diamond Spirit 2:28
  • 12 Nature's Way Standout 1:59

Release Date

June 1, 1976

Genre

psychedelic rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

31 min 18 sec