
Released in 1969, Townes Van Zandt stands as a landmark record in the singer-songwriter canon, showcasing the raw, haunting talent of one of American folk and country music's most celebrated voices. The album features re-recordings of four songs from his 1968 debut, including "Waitin' Around To Die," widely regarded as one of the first serious songs Van Zandt ever wrote.
Rated among the best albums of 1969 and a perennial favorite among fans of country folk and contemporary folk, Townes Van Zandt captures an artist at the height of his early powers, with standout tracks like "Fare Thee Well, Miss Carousel" earning devotion from listeners for decades. Now available on vinyl for the very first time via Fat Possum Records, this 2024 release is an essential addition for fans of Van Zandt and lovers of timeless American songwriting.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Fat Possum Records
- Genre: Rock, Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 2024
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TRACKS
A1. A Song For
A2. Blaze's Blues
A3. The Hole
A4. Marie
A5. Goin' Down to Memphis
A6. Hey Willy Boy
A7. Niles River Blues
B1. Billy, Boney, and Ma
B2. Katie Belle Blue
B3. If I Was Washington
B4. Lover's Lullaby
B5. Cowboy Junkies Lament
B6. BW Railroad Blues
B7. Gone Too Long
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