Released 40 years ago
Expletive Delighted!
Fairport Convention · 1986
35 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · traditional folk music
A vibrant tapestry of traditional folk melodies infused with playful instrumentation and intricate arrangements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful instrumentation with surprises
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- dynamic journey unfolds
- for light-hearted gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer, immersive experiences
- want straightforward listening sessions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1986, 'Expletive Delighted!' marked Fairport Convention's return to the studio after a five-year hiatus following their album 'Gladys' Leap.' This album showcased the band's ongoing evolution within the folk rock genre, blending traditional influences with modern sensibilities as they continued to explore new musical avenues.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pentangle· Steeleye Span· The Albion Band
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Rutland Reel / Sack the Juggler 3:18
- 2 The Cat on the Mixer / Three Left Feet 3:35
- 3 Bankruptured 3:02
- 4 Portmeirion 5:19
- 5 Jams O'Donnell's Jig 2:45
- 6 Expletive Delighted 1:53
- 7 Sigh Beg Sigh Mór 7:16
- 8 Innstück 2:06
- 9 The Gas Almost Works 1:56
- 10 Hanks for the Memory: Shazam / Pipeline / Apache / Peter Gunn 4:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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