CD OH BOY RECORDS / CARGO Release date: 13/May/2016
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#16751 in Other Pop #19027 in Pop
Style:
Other Pop
Product No.:
1898403383
Details / Tracklist:
01. "Be my friend tonight"
02. "Aimless love"
03. "Me, myself and I"
04. "The oldest baby in the world"
05. "Slow boat to China"
06. "The bottomless lake"
07. "Maureen, Maureen"
08. "Somewhere someone's falling in love"
09. "People puttin' people down"
10. "Unwed fathers"
11. "Only love"
Description:
Aimless Love is an album by John Prine, released in 2016. Aimless Love includes a.o. the following tracks: â??Be My Friend Tonightâ?, â??Me, Myself & Iâ?, â??People Puttin' People Downâ?, â??Unwed Fathersâ? and more. The album is a folk CD. -
The address of Oh Boy Records on this CD (disc, back page of booklet, & back cover) is Los Angeles, CA. 90036-0099
Direction: Al Bunetta Management
John Prine's "Aimless Love" on CD is a quietly dazzling collection that marked his return to original material after several years, and it captures everything that has made him one of the most respected American songwriters. On this album, Prine blends wry humor, tender storytelling and bittersweet reflection, moving effortlessly from intimate ballads to gently rolling, folk-tinged country songs. His warm, lived-in voice and unshowy acoustic arrangements create an immediate closeness, as if he were playing just a few feet away in a small room. Lyrically, "Aimless Love" is rich with the small details of everyday life--failed romances, working-class dreams, passing moments of grace--told with empathy and a sharp eye for human nuance. The production keeps the focus on Prine's songwriting: clear guitars, tasteful band backing, and a timeless, analog sound that lets the songs breathe without studio gimmicks. It's an album that rewards both quiet, attentive listening and casual revisits, revealing new shades of feeling with each spin.
As an artist, John Prine is widely regarded as one of the great American songwriters of the late 20th century, often mentioned alongside names like Bob Dylan and Kris Kristofferson. Emerging from the Chicago folk scene, he quickly gained critical acclaim for his debut album and built a loyal audience through his sharp, compassionate songs about ordinary people. Over the decades, Prine's work has earned multiple major awards and tributes, and many of his songs have been covered by prominent artists across folk, country and rock. His blend of wit, melancholy and plain-spoken poetry has influenced generations of songwriters, and "Aimless Love" stands as a mature, deeply satisfying chapter in that legacy.
The CD edition of "Aimless Love" offered here comes from OH BOY RECORDS / CARGO. Oh Boy Records is the independent label founded by John Prine, known for giving him and like-minded artists maximum artistic freedom and close contact with their audience. The label has long focused on carefully curated releases, strong songwriting and high-quality, no-nonsense production values. Distributed here via CARGO, a company recognized for bringing distinctive independent music to a wider market, this edition unites artist-driven authenticity with reliable manufacturing and distribution. Collectors and fans of thoughtful Americana and folk will find this CD a lasting, high-quality way to experience one of John Prine's most beloved works.
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