A Taste of Strawbs
Strawbs · 2006
370 min · 89 tracks · progressive rock
A rich tapestry of progressive rock interwoven with folk elements and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of nostalgia.
Why this album works
- Best for
- nostalgic reflections on life dynamic peaks and valleys patiently unfolding musical narratives
- Context
- Released in 2006, 'A Taste of Strawbs' is a retrospective compilation that highlights Strawbs’ journey from their formation in the late 1960s through various stylistic phases. This album comes years after their peak commercial success in the 1970s, showcasing both their classic hits and deeper cuts, allowing fans to revisit the band's evolution over decades.
- If you like
- progressive rock
A Taste of Strawbs is an album by Strawbs, released in 2006. A rich tapestry of progressive rock interwoven with folk elements and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of nostalgia. This compilation album holds significance for its comprehensive collection of tracks spanning the band's career, providing a thorough insight into their artistic development. It serves as a valuable resource for both long-time followers and new listeners, reflecting the band's influence on the progressive rock genre and its enduring legacy within the UK music scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does A Taste of Strawbs sound like?
A rich tapestry of progressive rock interwoven with folk elements and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of nostalgia. Rooted in progressive rock.
What makes A Taste of Strawbs by Strawbs notable?
This compilation album holds significance for its comprehensive collection of tracks spanning the band's career, providing a thorough insight into their artistic development. It serves as a valuable resource for both long-time followers and new listeners, reflecting the band's influence on the progressive rock genre and its enduring legacy within the UK music scene. Released in 2006, 'A Taste of Strawbs' is a retrospective compilation that highlights Strawbs’ journey from their formation in the late 1960s through various stylistic phases. This album comes years after their peak commercial success in the 1970s, showcasing both their classic hits and deeper cuts, allowing fans to revisit the band's evolution over decades.
Who is A Taste of Strawbs for?
A Taste of Strawbs works well if you're into nostalgic reflections on life, dynamic peaks and valleys and patiently unfolding musical narratives.
How many songs are on A Taste of Strawbs?
A Taste of Strawbs has 89 tracks, running approximately 370 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 The Grey Hawk 2:16
- 2 The Cruel Wars 2:48
- 3 You Don't Think About Me 2:03
- 4 Not All the Flowers Grow 2:25
- 5 You Keep Going Your Way 2:42
- 6 Sail Away to the Sea 3:21
- 7 Nothing Else Will Do 2:12
- 8 Oh How She Changed 2:54
- 9 Or Am I Dreaming 2:26
- 10 All the Little Ladies 2:48
- 11 Ah Me, Ah My 1:24
- 12 The Man Who Called Himself Jesus 4:35
- 13 The Battle 6:09
- 14 It's Just Love 3:56
- 15 Another Day 3:02
- 16 Forever 3:42
- 17 Where Am I? / I'll Show You Where to Sleep 4:00
- 18 Canon Dale 3:39
- 19 RMW 5:28
- 20 Sheep 11:49
Disc 2
- 1 Tomorrow 4:50
- 2 New World 4:12
- 3 Here It Comes 3:17
- 4 See How They Run 2:40
- 5 Going Home 3:11
- 6 The Actor 4:41
- 7 Part of the Union Standout 2:57
- 8 The Winter & The Summer 4:42
- 9 Whichever Way the Wind Blows 2:50
- 10 Betrayed / Shine on Silver Sun / Words of Wisdom 8:44
- 11 Out in the Cold / Round & Round 7:01
- 12 The Writing on the Wall 2:12
- 13 The Four Queens 2:12
- 14 Ghosts: Theme 1:33
- 15 Lemon Pie 2:40
- 16 Cherie Je T'Aime 3:16
- 17 So Shall Our Love Die 3:31
- 18 Still Small Voice 3:02
- 19 Absent Friend (How I Need You Now) 5:53
Disc 3
- 1 The Merchant Adventurer 3:50
- 2 Blue Angel 10:47
- 3 Goodbye 3:53
- 4 Deadly Nightshade 4:15
- 5 Midnight 4:06
- 6 Sweet Voices 3:40
- 7 Bring Out Your Dead 4:08
- 8 Another Day Without You 4:23
- 9 Touch the Earth 3:54
- 10 Armada 5:02
- 11 A Glimpse of Heaven 3:42
- 12 The Hangman & The Papist 3:55
- 13 I'll Carry on Beside You 2:55
- 14 Heavy Disguise 2:58
- 15 That's When the Crying Starts 4:17
- 16 Evergreen 4:22
- 17 Song of a Sad Little Girl 4:55
Disc 4
- 1 Ringing Down the Years 6:48
- 2 Further Down the Road 2:27
- 3 Heartbreak Hill 7:02
- 4 Extravaganza on a Theme of Strawbs 5:02
- 5 Files of Facts 1:05
- 6 Hero & Heroine Standout 4:03
- 7 The Ten Commandments 5:11
- 8 The King 4:08
- 9 Hummingbird (instrumental) 3:45
- 10 Alice's Song 3:03
- 11 Maclean Street / Who Knows Where the Time Goes 7:25
- 12 We'll Meet Again Sometime 6:40
- 13 Sunday Morning 3:25
- 14 On a Night Like This 2:25
- 15 Dragonfly 3:53
- 16 Canada 6:56
- 17 Here Today, Gone Tomorrow 4:53
Disc 5
- 1 The Happiest Boy in Town 1:46
- 2 Draught Raga 4:33
- 3 Ways and Means 4:17
- 4 The Rip It Off Blues 2:32
- 5 Stay Awhile With Me 2:41
- 6 Oh So Sleepy 3:10
- 7 Barcarole (instrumental) 3:30
- 8 Time and Life 4:02
- 9 Hearbreaker 3:59
- 10 Andalucian Express 5:02
- 11 Lay Down Standout 4:45
- 12 Over the Hill 4:42
- 13 You Never Needed Water 2:47
- 14 If 4:51
- 15 Cold Steel 4:40
- 16 The River / Down by the Sea 12:49
Release Date
January 1, 2006
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
370 min 22 sec
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