Goin' Places
The Kingston Trio · 1961
30 min · 12 tracks · traditional folk music
Bright harmonies and acoustic instrumentation weave tales of Americana with a playful yet poignant touch.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- playful storytelling with bright harmonies steady pacing for easy listening short tracks for breaks
- Context
- Released on June 5, 1961, 'Goin' Places' was The Kingston Trio's fourth studio album during their peak popularity. Following the commercial success of their previous albums, this release solidified their role as folk music pioneers in the early 1960s, showcasing their signature sound and expanding their repertoire.
- If you like
- traditional folk music
Goin' Places is an album by The Kingston Trio, released in 1961. Bright harmonies and acoustic instrumentation weave tales of Americana with a playful yet poignant touch. 'Goin' Places' reached No. 16 on the Billboard 200 chart, contributing to the Kingston Trio's prominence in the folk revival movement. The album features beloved tracks like 'This Land Is Your Land,' which has since become an anthem for social movements, further cementing its cultural significance. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Goin' Places sound like?
Bright harmonies and acoustic instrumentation weave tales of Americana with a playful yet poignant touch. Rooted in traditional folk music.
What makes Goin' Places by The Kingston Trio notable?
'Goin' Places' reached No. 16 on the Billboard 200 chart, contributing to the Kingston Trio's prominence in the folk revival movement. The album features beloved tracks like 'This Land Is Your Land,' which has since become an anthem for social movements, further cementing its cultural significance. Released on June 5, 1961, 'Goin' Places' was The Kingston Trio's fourth studio album during their peak popularity. Following the commercial success of their previous albums, this release solidified their role as folk music pioneers in the early 1960s, showcasing their signature sound and expanding their repertoire.
Who is Goin' Places for?
Goin' Places works well if you're into playful storytelling with bright harmonies, steady pacing for easy listening and short tracks for breaks.
How many songs are on Goin' Places?
Goin' Places has 12 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 You're Gonna Miss Me 2:44
- 2 Pastures of Plenty Standout 2:24
- 3 Coast of California 2:28
- 4 It Was a Very Good Year Standout 3:21
- 5 Guardo El Lobo 2:48
- 6 Razors in the Air 2:30
- 7 Billy Goat Hill 1:46
- 8 This Land Is Your Land Standout 3:10
- 9 Run Molly, Run 1:49
- 10 Senora 2:55
- 11 Lemon Tree 2:16
- 12 You Don't Knock 2:23
Release Date
June 5, 1961
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
30 min 34 sec
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