Fairport Chronicles cover

Released 50 years ago

Fairport Chronicles

Fairport Convention · 1976

79 min · 20 tracks · folk rock · traditional folk music

A rich tapestry of traditional folk melodies interwoven with electric instrumentation that captures the essence of British folk rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • reflective moments for thoughtful listening
  • rich tapestry of melodic storytelling
  • for late-night introspection
  • engaging narratives for long drives

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek high-energy party vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1976, 'Fairport Chronicles' is a compilation album that encapsulates Fairport Convention’s evolution during their prolific early years. This collection follows their groundbreaking albums like 'Liege and Lief' (1969) and showcases their continued influence in the folk rock genre, particularly after lineup changes and shifts in musical direction.
Stylistic neighbors
Pentangle· Steeleye Span· The Albion Band

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Tale in Hard Time 3:23
  • 2 Who Knows Where the Time Goes 5:05
  • 3 Walk Awhile 3:57
  • 4 Come All Ye 4:55
  • 5 Listen, Listen 3:56
  • 6 Bridge Over the River Ash 2:10
  • 7 I’ll Keep It With Mine 5:53
  • 8 My Girl the Month of May 2:08
  • 9 Million Dollar Bash 2:55
  • 10 The Way I Feel 4:44
  • 11 Learning the Game 2:05

Disc 2

  • 1 Meet on the Ledge 2:48
  • 2 Percy’s Song 6:30
  • 3 Now Be Thankful 2:21
  • 4 Tam Lin 7:20
  • 5 Genesis Hall 3:35
  • 6 Fotheringay 3:01
  • 7 Sloth 9:19
  • 8 Farewell, Farewell 2:38
  • 9 End of a Holiday 1:05

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