album · October 16, 1990
Wishing Like a Mountain and Thinking Like the Sea
ColumbiaSee this day
folk rockfolksinger-songwriter
This 1990 album on Columbia represents Poi Dog Pondering's most commercially oriented effort, featuring a polished folk-rock sound. It struggled to find a wide audience despite its accessible melodies.
- The album was produced by John Simon, known for his work with artists like The Band and Janis Joplin.
- "Wishing Like a Mountain and Thinking Like the Sea" was released on October 16, 1990, by Columbia Records.
- The album's genre is broadly categorized as folk rock, with elements of singer-songwriter and folk.
Poi Dog Pondering is a Chicago-based band that blends folk, rock, and blues influences. Led by Frank Orrall, the group has a fluid lineup and a reputation for eclectic live performances.
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