Old Futures Gone

John Gorka

Product Details

• Audio CD (September 23, 2003)
• Original Release Date: September 23, 2003
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Red House
• ASIN: B0000BWVOP
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #34,325 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Rolling Stone

"The preeminent male singer/songwriter of the New Folk Movement."

Product Description

John Gorka's most realised recording in a career of fine recordings, "Old Futures Gone" takes an intriguing look at our unexpected present and tomorrows. With fresh stylistic turns and band-driven gentle grooves, the sound remains pure Gorka...his voice, melodies and lyrics riding on infectious, well-conceived arrangements. Joining him on guest vocals are new folk artists Lucy Kaplansky and Alice Peacock and soul singer Kathleen Johnson.

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Customer Reviews

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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I Didn't Know If I Needed This One, February 6, 2004

By	John Terry "musiclikerguy" (Kansas City, Mo) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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I wondered if I had moved on from John Gorka's music. It ocurred to me that perhaps I just didn't listen to "that type of music" anymore. Then I saw him play at a local pub. I marveled at his guitar playing. I was envious of his deep, rich baritone vocals. I was moved at his ability to write songs that were so easy for me to relate to. I plunked down the money for this album. By the time I drove home, I was singing along to "Dogs & Thunder" and "Always". It's true that there's not much different here. There is a bit more of a pop sheen to most of the songs. Kind of a melancholy James Taylor vibe going on. I would submit to you that it's okay that John is John and we need to know he's there from time to time. A lot of us feel a little less alone that way.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Old Voice Still There ..., December 18, 2003

By	S. L. Smith (Durham, NH United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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Okay, look, we don't buy Gorka to dance to, right? (Well, except for a few cuts on "Temporary Road".) Buy this collection if you remember Gorka's original boomy deep voice and you want it updated with his continually maturing lyrics and without the pessimism. If you're a first time Gorka, get the "Temporary Road" CD first. This is overall a bit slow and contemplative, except for 'Make Them Crazy' (my fave), maybe 'Shapes', and 'War Makes War'. This CD is a showcase for his fabulously dark deep vocals and is backed up by a variety of singers including the always lovely Lucy Kaplansky. At times a bit repetitive and silly (his trademarks after all), this is all very nice music.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars good job, October 1, 2003

By A Customer

This is an excellent cd with John Gorka offering a nice mix of original songs that do not all sound the same. A problem that is evident on some of his earlier cds. I especially appreciate the instrumental work and backup vocals that add just the right amount of depth to each song. I am glad I gave Mr. Gorka another
try. The cd shows that "old dogs can learn new tricks". I am very pleased with this cd.

The cd is dedicated to the memory of Paul and Sheila Wellstone who died in a tragic plane crash. Perhaps John put an extra level of effort into this work. I highly recommend this cd to John Gorka fans and anyone who appreciates good folk music with thoughtful and thought provoking lyrics.