album · March 16, 1971
Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon
Rhino/Warner RecordsSee this day
singer-songwriterfolk rockfolk
Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon is a pivotal 1971 album from James Taylor, featuring his signature blend of introspective folk-rock and adding more diverse instrumentation and soulful elements.
- The album features guest appearances from Carole King, Joni Mitchell, and George Harrison.
- It reached number 2 on the Billboard 200 chart and included the hit single "You've Got a Friend," a Carole King cover.
- The album was recorded primarily at the legendary San Francisco recording studio, The Record Plant.
James Taylor is a singer-songwriter from Boston, Massachusetts, known for his intimate lyrical style and gentle folk-rock sound. In 1971, he was at the height of his commercial success following the breakout popularity of his 1970 album, Sweet Baby James.
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