Counter Culture
Roy Harper · 2005
149 min · 25 tracks · traditional folk music
A contemplative blend of traditional folk melodies intertwined with poignant social commentary and expressive storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- poignant storytelling in long tracks
- reflective moments for quiet evenings
- social commentary with deep introspection
- patient listening for thoughtful engagement
- emotional resonance through acoustic melodies
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat, fast-paced songs
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2005, Roy Harper was a revered figure in the British folk scene, having released over a dozen albums since his debut in 1966. 'Counter Culture' arrived during a period of artistic reflection for Harper, who was revisiting themes of social justice and personal experience while celebrating his long-standing career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nick Drake· John Martyn· Leonard Cohen
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Sophisticated Beggar 5:05
- 2 You Don’t Need Money 2:25
- 3 Francesca 1:20
- 4 I Hate the White Man 8:02
- 5 Another Day 4:01
- 6 The Same Old Rock 12:24
- 7 Me and My Woman 13:01
- 8 South Africa 4:06
- 9 I’ll See You Again 4:58
- 10 Twelve Hours of Sunset 4:49
- 11 Forget Me Not 2:24
- 12 Hallucinating Light 6:23
- 13 When an Old Cricketer Leaves the Crease 7:13
Disc 2
- 1 One of Those Days in England, Parts 2-10 19:13
- 2 These Last Days 4:26
- 3 Cherishing the Lonesome 5:57
- 4 The Flycatcher 4:08
- 5 You 4:37
- 6 Frozen Moment 3:16
- 7 Pinches of Salt 3:06
- 8 Miles Remains 8:52
- 9 Evening Star 6:04
- 10 I Wanna Be in Love 5:59
- 11 The Green Man 5:31
- 12 Blackpool (extract) 2:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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