One Day at a Time

Recorded in Nashville, One Day at a Time marks Joan Baez's second foray into country-influenced folk following David's Album. Released in 1970, it captures her during a period of personal and political transition, specifically while her husband David Harris was imprisoned for draft resistance. This context informs the emotional core of the record, particularly on 'A Song for David.' Unlike her debut, which featured only her voice and guitar, this album utilizes a full suite of Nashville session musicians, including Grady Martin and Pete Drake. The result is a richer, more textured sound that bridges the gap between the Greenwich Village folk scene and the Grand Ole Opry. Critically, it is seen as a pivotal moment in her discography where she embraced a more traditional Americana palette, moving away from the starkness of her 1960s output while maintaining her signature vocal purity.