A Choice Selection of Strawbs
Strawbs · 1992
74 min · 16 tracks · progressive rock
A rich tapestry of progressive rock interwoven with folk melodies and introspective lyrics that evoke a timeless quality.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- introspective lyrics for deep reflection
- wave-like pacing encourages immersion
- late-night solitude with rich textures
- nostalgic themes evoke timelessness
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek upbeat, fast-paced energy
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1992, 'A Choice Selection of Strawbs' compiles key tracks from Strawbs' earlier work, showcasing their evolution since the early 1970s. This compilation came during a period of diminished commercial visibility for the band, offering both longtime fans and new listeners access to their most defining moments.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lay Down 4:33
- 2 Lemon Pie 4:03
- 3 Lady Fuschia 4:00
- 4 Autumn i) Heroine's Theme ii) Deep Summer's Sleep iii) The Winter Long 8:26
- 5 A Glimpse of Heaven 3:50
- 6 The Hangman and the Papist 4:12
- 7 New World 4:13
- 8 Round and Round 4:45
- 9 I Only Want My Love to Grow in You 3:01
- 10 Benedictus 4:23
- 11 Hero and Heroine 3:21
- 12 Song of a Sad Little Girl 5:31
- 13 Tears and Pavan i) Tears ii) Pavan 6:37
- 14 To Be Free 4:16
- 15 Part of the Union 2:56
- 16 Down by the Sea 6:19
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