By Popular Request
Fairport Convention · 2012
55 min · 13 tracks · folk rock · traditional folk music
A harmonious blend of traditional folk melodies and contemporary folk rock sensibilities filled with storytelling depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- storytelling depth in every track
- wave-like pacing for engagement
- dynamic journey experience
- reflective moments between upbeat songs
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By Popular Request marks Fairport Convention's revival phase, released after a period of lineup changes and a focus on reinterpreting their classic tracks. The album showcases the band's enduring commitment to folk music while appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners. This release followed their 2007 album, Sense of Occasion, and reflects their continuous evolution in the folk rock genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pentangle· Steeleye Span· The Albion Band
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Walk Awhile 4:24
- 2 Crazy Man Michael 4:42
- 3 The Hiring Fair 5:43
- 4 The Hexhamshire Lass 2:32
- 5 Red and Gold 6:43
- 6 Sir Patrick Spens 3:36
- 7 Genesis Hall 3:30
- 8 Farewell Farewell 3:03
- 9 Rosie 4:18
- 10 Matty Groves 5:07
- 11 Fotheringay 3:26
- 12 Jewel in the Crown 3:33
- 13 Meet on the Ledge 4:23
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