SongPoet (1972)
By Landen Fulton
Back on the Road —
From 1970-84, his years of playing countless solo shows across Europe, Tucker Zimmerman’s nostalgic blend of old folk and new earned him the name Song Poet. Titled after the alias, his sophomore album, originally released in 1971, harbors a comfort in its minimalism only akin to the longing American spirit. With no need for complication and simplicity of wistful peace, Zimmerman’s deeply personal lyricism offers a window, albeit old and foggy, into his experiences as a young man in California’s Pacific Bay.
More than 50 years after the record’s release, Zimmerman’s Song Poet resonates with contemporary audiences, as the sound of an idealized reminiscence proves ageless. Zimmerman proceeds to release multiple collections of music and fiction to this day.Published: 11/7/2024
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