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Autumn Sky

Blackmore's Night · 2010

61 min · 15 tracks · folk rock · medieval folk rock

A whimsical blend of medieval melodies and folk-rock harmonies that transports listeners to an enchanted realm.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • whimsical journeys through enchanting tales
  • for cozy autumn evenings
  • transportive melodies that invite daydreaming
  • gentle harmonies for peaceful solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of fast-paced excitement
  • prefer standalone tracks over coherence

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 3, 2010, 'Autumn Sky' marks Blackmore's Night's eighth studio album, continuing their exploration of Renaissance-inspired music. At this point in their career, the duo was well-established in the folk rock genre, having built a devoted fanbase since their debut in 1997 with 'Shadow of the Moon.' This album further solidified their artistic identity, characterized by Ritchie Blackmore's guitar work intertwined with Candice Night's ethereal vocals.
Stylistic neighbors
Loreena McKennitt· Clannad· Enya

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Highland 5:49
  • 2 Vagabond (Make a Princess of Me) 5:23
  • 3 Journeyman 5:41
  • 4 Believe in Me 4:26
  • 5 Sake of the Song 2:47
  • 6 Song and Dance, Part II 2:03
  • 7 Celluloid Heroes 5:28
  • 8 Keeper of the Flame 4:42
  • 9 Night at Eggersberg 2:15
  • 10 Strawberry Girl 4:06
  • 11 All the Fun of the Fayre 3:55
  • 12 Darkness 3:21
  • 13 Dance of the Darkness 3:36
  • 14 Health to the Company 4:19
  • 15 Barbara Allen 3:40

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