Hasten Down the Wind
Linda Ronstadt · 1976
41 min · 12 tracks · country · folk · pop rock
Warm, introspective melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics and Ronstadt's soulful vocals, embodying the essence of 1970s soft rock.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- introspective late-night reflections emotional storytelling journeys warm, soothing background ambiance
- Context
- Released in August 1976, 'Hasten Down the Wind' was Linda Ronstadt's fifth studio album and solidified her status as a leading figure in the soft rock genre. Following her commercial breakthrough with 'Heart Like a Wheel' in 1974, this album showcased her artistic growth, featuring a blend of country, folk, and pop influences that appealed to a broad audience.
- If you like
- country, folk, pop rock
Hasten Down the Wind is an album by Linda Ronstadt, released in 1976. Warm, introspective melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics and Ronstadt's soulful vocals, embodying the essence of 1970s soft rock. 'Hasten Down the Wind' reached number one on the Billboard Country Albums chart and was critically acclaimed for its poignant songwriting and Ronstadt's vocal delivery. The album's standout track 'Someone to Lay Down Beside Me' became particularly notable, illustrating her ability to convey deep emotional resonance through music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Hasten Down the Wind sound like?
Warm, introspective melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics and Ronstadt's soulful vocals, embodying the essence of 1970s soft rock. Rooted in country and folk.
What makes Hasten Down the Wind by Linda Ronstadt notable?
'Hasten Down the Wind' reached number one on the Billboard Country Albums chart and was critically acclaimed for its poignant songwriting and Ronstadt's vocal delivery. The album's standout track 'Someone to Lay Down Beside Me' became particularly notable, illustrating her ability to convey deep emotional resonance through music. Released in August 1976, 'Hasten Down the Wind' was Linda Ronstadt's fifth studio album and solidified her status as a leading figure in the soft rock genre. Following her commercial breakthrough with 'Heart Like a Wheel' in 1974, this album showcased her artistic growth, featuring a blend of country, folk, and pop influences that appealed to a broad audience.
Who is Hasten Down the Wind for?
Hasten Down the Wind works well if you're into introspective late-night reflections, emotional storytelling journeys and warm, soothing background ambiance.
How many songs are on Hasten Down the Wind?
Hasten Down the Wind has 12 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lose Again Standout 3:36
- 2 The Tattler 3:58
- 3 If He's Ever Near 3:17
- 4 That'll Be the Day Standout 2:33
- 5 Lo Siento mi Vida 3:55
- 6 Hasten Down the Wind 2:42
- 7 Rivers of Babylon 0:53
- 8 Give One Heart 4:07
- 9 Try Me Again 3:57
- 10 Crazy Standout 4:00
- 11 Down So Low 4:17
- 12 Someone to Lay Down Beside Me 4:28
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