Cosmic American Music: The Grech Tapes 1972

Gram Parsons

Cosmic American Music: The Grech Tapes 1972

RELEASED: July 18, 1995
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Song for You 0:31 2. Kentucky Blues 3:05 3. Streets of Baltimore 2:54 4. Folsom Prison Blues 2:58 5. Lovesick Blues 0:46 6. The New Soft Shoe 4:45 7. How Much I've Lied 3:25 8. Still Feeling Blue 0:36 9. Still Feeling Blue 2:39 10. Ain't No Beatle, Ain't No Rollin' Stone 5:32 11. How Can I Forget You / Cry One More Time 4:38 12. A Song for You 9:47 13. Streets of Baltimore 4:00 14. That's All It Took 2:51 15. Somebody's Back in Town 2:04 16. More and More 2:57 17. Teaching Emmy to Sweep Out the Ashes 1:41 18. Daddy's Fiddle 6:56 19. We'll Sweep Out the Ashes in the Morning 2:55 20. Cold Cold Heart 5:22 21. That's All It Took 3:23 22. A Song for You 5:14
Cosmic American Music: The Grech Tapes 1972 is a posthumous release by Gram Parsons that showcases the raw and pioneering blend of country and rock music that he was known for. This album features live recordings and unreleased tracks, capturing Parsons' distinctive sound characterized by heartfelt lyrics, lush harmonies, and a blend of traditional country with rock influences. The album's title references Parsons' interest in cosmic themes and his quest for a musical style that transcended traditional genres. It serves as a testament to his lasting influence on Americana and alternative country music.