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Gone, Just Like a Train

Bill Frisell · 1998

68 min · 15 tracks · post-bop · progressive jazz

Ethereal guitar melodies weave through intricate jazz landscapes, blending solitude and introspection with a hint of Americana.

Gone, Just Like a Train is an album by Bill Frisell, released in 1998. Ethereal guitar melodies weave through intricate jazz landscapes, blending solitude and introspection with a hint of Americana. The album received widespread acclaim upon its release, solidifying Frisell's reputation within the jazz community and attracting new listeners. It is often noted for its blend of jazz with Americana influences, impacting subsequent artists who sought to merge genres and evoke storytelling through instrumental music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Gone, Just Like a Train sound like?

Ethereal guitar melodies weave through intricate jazz landscapes, blending solitude and introspection with a hint of Americana. Rooted in post-bop and progressive jazz.

What makes Gone, Just Like a Train by Bill Frisell notable?

The album received widespread acclaim upon its release, solidifying Frisell's reputation within the jazz community and attracting new listeners. It is often noted for its blend of jazz with Americana influences, impacting subsequent artists who sought to merge genres and evoke storytelling through instrumental music. By the time Bill Frisell released 'Gone, Just Like a Train' in 1998, he had established himself as a distinctive voice in jazz, following the critically acclaimed 'Good Dog, Happy Man' from 1996. This album marked a pivotal moment as Frisell began to incorporate more narrative elements into his compositions, reflecting his evolving artistic vision and personal experiences.

How many songs are on Gone, Just Like a Train?

Gone, Just Like a Train has 15 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·68:50

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

  • 1 Blues for Los Angeles 5:18
  • 2 Verona 3:09
  • 3 Godson Song Standout 4:38
  • 4 Girl Asks Boy (Part 1) 3:36
  • 5 Pleased to Meet You 4:12
  • 6 Lookout for Hope Standout 10:20
  • 7 Nature’s Symphony 4:58
  • 8 Egg Radio 5:06
  • 9 Ballroom 3:22
  • 10 Girl Asks Boy (Part 2) 2:20
  • 11 Sherlock Jr. 2:51
  • 12 Gone, Just Like a Train Standout 5:30
  • 13 The Wife and Kid 5:49
  • 14 Raccoon Cat 3:24
  • 15 Lonesome 4:17

Release Date

January 1, 1998

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

68 min 50 sec