Borderline Tickets

Borderline emerged from Woodstock, New York in 1972, a collaborative project founded by Jim Rooney and brothers Jon and David Gershen. Rooted in country rock, Americana, and roots rock, the group contributed to the rich Bearsville/ Woodstock scene. Their music captures the late-60s and early-70s spirit of collaboration and frontier-ready storytelling that defined a generation of artists recording beyond the mainstream. If you’re exploring early Americana with a rock edge, Borderline’s limited discography offers a focused snapshot of a pivotal era in upstate New York’s musical landscape.

We’ve got you covered for Borderline’s history, discography highlights, and how to stay connected with the artist for future updates. While the band has been inactive since 1974, their two studio albums remain a significant piece of Woodstock’s musical legacy, and reissues have helped new listeners discover their work.

Borderline’s debut album, Sweet Dreams and Quiet Desires (1973), featured collaborations from the Bearsville/ Woodstock scene, presenting a sound that blends country textures with Americana storytelling. The Second Album, recorded in 1973, remained shelved by United Artists and only surfaced in 2001 in Japan, with EMI Japan issuing the CD that same year. In 2013, Real Gone Music released a US CD reissue pairing both albums on one disc, increasing accessibility for fans in the United States. While Borderline did not achieve major chart success, their recordings are cherished by enthusiasts of early 1970s roots rock and the Woodstock era.