Chico States - I Saw A Galloping Horse Cover No Ground (2025)

Chico States' third full-length album, led by Joseph Barresi, represents an evolution within the Americana genre, blending the author's personal experiences with public history. The record is characterized by a sonic clarity and stylistic conciseness previously unattained by the band. The music is inspired by the geography of both real and imaginary travels, creating a sense of profound spaciousness. Despite potential associations with "cosmic Americana" or "anti-country," Barresi's work is devoid of irony and is marked by deep sincerity regarding both tradition and modernity. A key theme of the album is the aesthetic of railways, through which the listener is immersed in a unique form of "organized disorientation."

Tracklist:
1-1 Chico States - Doda [2:09]
1-2 Chico States - Me and Kit Carruthers [4:46]
1-3 Chico States - Green Gingham Dress [3:43]
1-4 Chico States - Out On The Porch Swing [4:50]
1-5 Chico States - Creek Don't Rise [2:57]
1-6 Chico States - Riding A Freight Train Across Farmington Bay [3:30]
1-7 Chico States - A Dozen Beers [2:35]
1-8 Chico States - Silver Dagger [5:07]
1-9 Chico States - Ready For The River [4:07]