Shadows of the Summertime

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Shadows of the Summertime
Studio album by
ReleasedMarch 24, 2011 (U.S.)
Recorded2010
Genre Acoustic rock, alternative rock
Label Self Released
Producer David Vandervelde and Michael Seaman

Shadows of the Summertime is the third studio album recorded by John Ralston. Recorded over two separate weeks in New Orleans at Listen Up! Studios.

Track listing

  1. Bedroom Walls (2:44)
  2. Solitude and Vine (3:44)
  3. This Summer (3:29)
  4. Love Will Come Around (2:47)
  5. Shadows of the Summertime (3:04)
  6. Pretty Little Heart (3:10)
  7. Robert's Bar (3:36)
  8. Gas & Matches (2:36)
  9. Oh Lord (3:11)
  10. Higher Road (2:54)



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