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Track Listings
| 1. Late For The Sky |
| 2. Fountain Of Sorrow |
| 3. Farther On |
| 4. The Late Show |
| 5. The Road And The Sky |
| 6. For A Dancer |
| 7. Walking Slow |
| 8. Before The Deluge |
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Amazon.co.uk Review
His third album, and arguably his finest, Late for the Sky continues Browne's sincere self-analysis into positively grim territory. The title track concerns the lingering effects of a dead relationship and was featured in Martin Scorcese's film Taxi Driver. While "For a Dancer" confronts death head-on, "Farther On" explains the difficulties faced by so-called dorks who live life through books, films or music; and "Before the Deluge" forecasts environmental gloom and doom. Guitarist David Lindley adds terrific counterpoint to Browne's musing, supporting the tracks with tasteful slide and fiddle work. --Rob O'Connor
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
By R. Turk
Format:Audio CD
Late For the Sky is now more than 25 years old, but to me it still sounds as fresh today as it did back in the 70s. If you have rarely listened to Jackson Browne or have always wondered what all the fuss was about then just listen to 'For A Dancer' , which was stangely missing from his recent 'Greatest Hits compilation.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
this is one of those rare abums that sounded beautiful, graceful and down right amazing on the first listen. Browne's luxurious, pure voice perfectly compliments the spine tingling melodies. This album will hit your heart like a sledgehammer and you'll come out the other end awe inspired and gobsmacked by 'late for the skys' sheer mastery in creating a gorgeous, stirring musical landscape.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Often cited by critics as Jackson's best work (though I prefer the angst-filled "Pretender"), this is a wonderful album, which I have been listening to regularly since 1974, and never grown tired of. Never one to forget his past, Jackson's lyrics are deeply personal, but have universal significance. "For a Dancer" evokes precisely the mixed emotions of parenthood, while "Before the Deluge" is a masterpiece, in which Jackson delivers his best line - "Let the music keep our spirits high". He delivers on the promise too. Great stuff.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Classic Jackson Brown.
A true classic, as with so many of Jackson Brown's early works, he is a master song writer with an absolutely unique voice, His songs are truly from the heart. Read more
Published 29 days ago by Nick moss
5.0 out of 5 stars
Jackson Browne
Missed this. Album when it come out to buy it at a good price was a bonus,this guy can really sing clear meaningful lyrics great voice good band,super album
Published 1 month ago by david jilks
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great writing, right from the start
I only knew Jackson Browne from his later work (Looking East, Naked Ride Home) so when I orded this I wondered if it would be dated - I need not have worried, for such an old album... Read more
Published 1 month ago by H. B. Calder
4.0 out of 5 stars
Tender, sad songs
This a good album from the golden period for denim clad navel gazers, back in LA at the start of the seventies. Jackson Browne is a skilled songwriter and a pretty nifty performer. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mr. M Errington
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful
One of my favourites of Jackson Browne, when you think how young he was writing these lyrics it makes you marvel at his comprehension of life at so young an age .
Published 5 months ago by fwend
4.0 out of 5 stars
Discovered gem.
Don't know much about JB but once you get used to his singing voice this CD is a gem. The songs are lovely. Only 4 stars because I feel that makes it an excellent.
Published 10 months ago by Rap Howard
5.0 out of 5 stars
Had to buy the cd when I wore out the vinyl
This is the one album I have played more times than any other through my life. And considering the breadth and extent of my record collection , that is quite something. Read more
Published 12 months ago by mileage
5.0 out of 5 stars
Remastered 'Late For The Sky'
This is an interesting remastering, which seems to bring out some of the backing vocals and instruments that were not so obvious on the original tape version I bought many years... Read more
Published on 3 Nov 2010 by Ed
5.0 out of 5 stars
'still I look for the beauty in songs, to fill my head and lead me on'
The music of Jackson Browne is truly inspiring in its spiritual and highly emotional strength. Here is an artist who was not afraid to express his points of view on many issues... Read more
Published on 12 Dec 2009 by Deven Gadula
5.0 out of 5 stars
Jackson Browne's finest hour and finest album !
I'm a relative newcomer to Amazon and this reviewing (and buying process) so bear with me!
I bought this vinyl album in 1974 and I have to say the lyrical content is... Read more
I bought this vinyl album in 1974 and I have to say the lyrical content is... Read more
Published on 18 Nov 2008 by SMc
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