The Early Years

Gram Parsons

The Early Years

RELEASED: March 04, 2014
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. I May Be Right 2:03 2. Big Country 2:53 3. Zah's Blues 4:02 4. Mary Don't You Weep 2:21 5. Bells of Rhymney 5:38 6. Goin' Away, Don't You Wanna Go 3:43 7. They Still Go Down 2:02 8. On My Journey Home 2:07 9. Surfinanny 3:09 10. Oh Didn't They Crucify My Lord 2:51 11. The Great Silke 4:27 12. Race With the Wind 3:45 13. The Rains Come Down 3:11 14. Hand Within the Glove 3:40 15. Rolling Stone 2:00 16. Darkest Years 2:38 17. That Kind of Livin 1:59 18. A River Is Made Out of Raindrops 2:37 19. Just Can't Take It Anymore 2:12 20. November Nights 3:16 21. Together Again 2:07 22. Do Right Woman 4:06 23. Hickory Wind 4:01
Historical Archive
The Early Years is a compilation album by Gram Parsons, showcasing his formative work that laid the groundwork for country rock. The album features a blend of country, rock, and folk influences, highlighting Parsons' distinct vocal style and songwriting prowess. It includes tracks from his time with The Byrds and The Flying Burrito Brothers, capturing his innovative approach to music that fused traditional country sounds with contemporary rock elements. The legacy of this album is significant, as it illustrates Parsons' impact on subsequent generations of musicians and the evolution of the country rock genre.