Evensong
Amazing Blondel · 1970
33 min · 11 tracks · progressive rock
A delicate blend of folk melodies and baroque arrangements envelops listeners in an ethereal soundscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Evensong — The title track encapsulates the album's serene atmosphere, combining haunting harmonies with rich instrumentation that defines the band's sonic identity.
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St. Crispin's Day — This track stands out for its lively rhythm and vivid storytelling, showcasing the band's ability to blend historical themes with engaging melodies.
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Queen of Scots — In just over a minute, this piece captures a poignant reflection on royalty through both its lyrical content and minimalist arrangement, making it uniquely impactful.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- serene acoustic melodies for relaxation
- pastoral soundscapes for reflection
- steady flow for focus
- historical narratives in gentle harmonies
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced energizing music
- seek immediate gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1970, Evensong is Amazing Blondel's second album, following their self-titled debut. By this time, they had begun to solidify their unique sound, merging progressive rock with traditional folk influences, which helped them carve a niche in the early 1970s music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Emerson, Lake & Palmer· Procol Harum· King Crimson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pavan 3:25
- 2 St. Crispin's Day 2:23
- 3 Spring Season 3:43
- 4 Willowood 3:27
- 5 Evensong 3:13
- 6 Queen of Scots 1:45
- 7 The Ploughman 3:11
- 8 Old Moot Hall 2:44
- 9 Lady Marion's Galliard 3:45
- 10 Under the Greenwood Tree 3:18
- 11 Anthem 3:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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