The Long Ryders

Native Sons

RELEASED: January 01, 1984
TYPE: FULL LENGTH

Track Listing

1. Final Wild Son 2:36 2. Ivory Tower 2:59 3. Run Dusty Run 2:25 4. (Sweet) Mental Revenge 2:50 5. Fair Game 2:37 6. Tell It to the Judge on Sunday 3:08 7. Wreck of the 809 3:56 8. Too Close to the Light 4:11 9. Never Got to Meet the Mom 2:15 10. I Had a Dream 3:51 11. Join My Gang 2:48 12. You Don't Know What's Right... 4:01 13. 10-5-60 3:11 14. And She Rides 4:30 15. Born to Believe in You 3:06 16. Masters of War 4:34 17. Black Girl - Live at Late Show McCabe's, 18/05/1984 2:51 18. Wreck of the 809 - Live at Late Show McCabe's, 18/05/1984 3:35 19. Further Along - Live at Late Show McCabe's, 18/05/1984 4:53 20. The Rains Came - Live at CBGB's, New York City, 19/04/1984 2:36 21. You Can't Judge a Book by the Cover - Live at West End, Chicago, November 1984 5:48

Historical Archive

Native Sons is the third studio album by The Long Ryders, released in 1984. The album blends elements of country rock and folk rock, showcasing the band's signature jangle pop sound. Lyrically, it reflects themes of Americana, nostalgia, and the struggles of the working class. The album has been praised for its melodic hooks and tight harmonies, solidifying The Long Ryders' place in the alt-country movement.