An Evening with The Kingston Trio
54 min · 15 tracks · traditional folk music
A vibrant tapestry of harmonies and acoustic instrumentation that captures the spirit of American folk music in the late 1950s.
Top tracks — play these first
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Little Light Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Tom Dooley — A haunting rendition of this traditional ballad became one of the group's signature songs, encapsulating their sound and storytelling prowess.
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Where Have All the Flowers Gone — This poignant track exemplifies the Kingston Trio's ability to address social issues through folk music, resonating deeply with audiences then and now.
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MTA — The upbeat narrative song about a man stuck on a train became an anthem of sorts, showcasing the group's playful approach to storytelling within folk traditions.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- snappy bursts of nostalgic charm
- easygoing sing-alongs with friends
- short tracks for casual listening
- playful storytelling in each song
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy immersive albums
- want heavy production elements
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — This live album captures the trio's essence and is cherished by dedicated fans.
- Themes
- 1950s folk revival· train station blues· social commentary ballads
- Career context
- Released in 1960, An Evening with The Kingston Trio was a significant live album that followed their breakthrough success with their self-titled debut and the hit 'Tom Dooley'. At this point, the group was solidifying their place as leading figures in the folk music revival, showcasing their ability to blend traditional songs with contemporary arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Limeliters· Peter, Paul and Mary· The Brothers Four
Tracklist
- 1 Little Light Start here 3:06
- 2 Coplas 3:56
- 3 Reuben James 3:27
- 4 The Wagoner Lad 4:01
- 5 MTA 5:13
- 6 Chilly Winds 4:04
- 7 The Shape of Things 5:09
- 8 Hard Ain’t It Hard 3:12
- 9 Tom Dooley 4:14
- 10 Wimoweh 1:59
- 11 The Merry Minuet 2:48
- 12 Scotch and Soda 2:37
- 13 Where Have All the Flowers Gone 4:40
- 14 Saints 2:46
- 15 Goin’ Away For to Leave You 2:52
What to play next
Live at Newport
Continues the live performance energy and showcases their signature harmonies.
College Concert
Sets the stage with a similar live atmosphere and engaging audience interaction.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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