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Buddies

Frank Turner · 2010

24 min · 10 tracks · traditional folk music

A vibrant collection of acoustic storytelling, blending humor and nostalgia with Turner’s signature folk style.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of energetic fun
  • playful storytelling with humor
  • nostalgic reflections on friendship
  • for lighthearted gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of lengthy epics
  • prefer serious, heavy themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2010, 'Buddies' is Frank Turner's fourth studio album, following the successful 'Poetry of the Deed' from 2009. At this point, Turner was transitioning into a more established figure in the UK folk-punk scene, building on his growing fanbase and critical acclaim.
Stylistic neighbors
Chuck Ragan· Billy Bragg· The Gaslight Anthem

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Buddies 3:28
  • 2 Styx: The Man, the Band 0:37
  • 3 The Ballad of Steve 1:56
  • 4 Susannah 2:45
  • 5 Old Fast Songs 2:15
  • 6 Shut the Chicken 1:47
  • 7 New Orleansy 3:48
  • 8 Big Rock in Little Rock 2:47
  • 9 Mo'squitoz 2:48
  • 10 Remember That Time We Wrote This Record? 2:02

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