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Basket of Light

Pentangle · 1969

41 min · 9 tracks · folk rock · jazz · contemporary folk music

A vibrant tapestry of folk, jazz, and traditional sounds woven with intricate harmonies and poetic lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo listening experience
  • intricate harmonies for detail seekers
  • reflective moments of poetic storytelling
  • gentle warmth for afternoon relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • need for fast-paced energy
  • prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1969, 'Basket of Light' was Pentangle's third studio album and marked a pivotal moment in their career as they solidified their innovative blend of folk and jazz influences. This release followed their critically acclaimed second album, 'Sweet Child', and showcased the band's growing confidence and artistry amidst the flourishing British folk scene.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Light Flight 3:18
  • 2 Once I Had a Sweetheart 4:44
  • 3 Springtime Promises 4:09
  • 4 Lyke-Wake Dirge 3:36
  • 5 Train Song 4:48
  • 6 Hunting Song 6:44
  • 7 Sally Go Round the Roses 3:40
  • 8 The Cuckoo 4:29
  • 9 House Carpenter 5:30

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