Ry Cooder
Ry Cooder · 1970
30 min · 11 tracks · blues · folk · Americana
A blend of American roots, blues, and folk that evokes a sense of storytelling and nostalgia.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels short, engaging listening sessions storytelling and nostalgia
- Context
- Released in December 1970, 'Ry Cooder' marks the debut album for Ry Cooder, who had already made a name for himself as a sought-after session musician. At this point, he was transitioning from collaborative work to showcasing his distinct sound and musical vision as a solo artist.
- If you like
- blues, folk, Americana
Ry Cooder is an album by Ry Cooder, released in 1970. A blend of American roots, blues, and folk that evokes a sense of storytelling and nostalgia. This album highlights Cooder's eclectic style and has been influential in shaping the Americana genre. It received critical acclaim and set the stage for his subsequent projects, establishing him as a key figure in American roots music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ry Cooder sound like?
A blend of American roots, blues, and folk that evokes a sense of storytelling and nostalgia. Rooted in blues and folk.
What makes Ry Cooder by Ry Cooder notable?
This album highlights Cooder's eclectic style and has been influential in shaping the Americana genre. It received critical acclaim and set the stage for his subsequent projects, establishing him as a key figure in American roots music. Released in December 1970, 'Ry Cooder' marks the debut album for Ry Cooder, who had already made a name for himself as a sought-after session musician. At this point, he was transitioning from collaborative work to showcasing his distinct sound and musical vision as a solo artist.
Who is Ry Cooder for?
Ry Cooder works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, short, engaging listening sessions and storytelling and nostalgia.
How many songs are on Ry Cooder?
Ry Cooder has 11 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Alimony 2:58
- 2 France Chance 2:49
- 3 One Meat Ball 2:30
- 4 Do Re Mi Standout 3:05
- 5 My Old Kentucky Home (Turpentine & Dandelion Wine) 1:48
- 6 How Can a Poor Man Stand Such Times and Live? Standout 2:46
- 7 Available Space 2:15
- 8 Pigmeat 3:10
- 9 Police Dog Blues Standout 2:48
- 10 Goin' to Brownsville 3:28
- 11 Dark Is the Night 2:47
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