Classic Anne Briggs
Anne Briggs · 1990
71 min · 20 tracks · traditional folk music
A collection of haunting traditional folk songs that intertwine rich narratives with Anne Briggs' ethereal voice.
Top tracks — play these first
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Blackwater Side — This track stands out due to its poignant storytelling and the way Briggs’ delivery evokes deep emotion, showcasing her vocal strength and connection to the song's narrative.
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Willie O’Winsbury — With its intricate melody and lyrical depth, this track exemplifies the traditional folk style while allowing Briggs' voice to shine through, creating an enchanting experience.
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Lowlands Away — This song captures a sense of longing and nostalgia that resonates deeply, illustrating Briggs’ ability to convey complex emotions through simple yet effective melodic lines.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Recruited Collier 2:39
- 2 The Doffing Mistress 1:24
- 3 Lowlands Away 3:13
- 4 My Bonny Boy 2:50
- 5 Polly Vaughan 4:25
- 6 Rosemary Lane 2:44
- 7 Gathering Rushes 4:47
- 8 The Whirly Whorl 1:13
- 9 The Stonecutter Boy 1:57
- 10 Martinmas Time 4:52
- 11 Blackwater Side 3:51
- 12 The Snow It Melts the Soonest 2:23
- 13 Willie O’Winsbury 5:29
- 14 Go Your Way 4:11
- 15 Thorneymoor Woods 3:36
- 16 The Cuckoo 3:10
- 17 Reynardine 3:00
- 18 Young Tambling 10:40
- 19 Living by the Water 3:51
- 20 My Bonny Lad 1:15
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