Released 50 years ago
Fairport Chronicles
Fairport Convention · 1976
79 min · 20 tracks · folk rock
A captivating blend of traditional folk melodies and rock sensibilities, echoing the spirit of British folk revival in the 1970s.
Top tracks — play these first
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Who Knows Where the Time Goes — This hauntingly beautiful track encapsulates the band's lyrical depth and emotional resonance, becoming one of their most enduring anthems.
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Meet on the Ledge — A quintessential Fairport song that captures themes of nostalgia and loss, it has become a staple in their live performances and folk repertoire.
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Tam Lin — An ambitious retelling of a traditional ballad, this track showcases the band's commitment to narrative songwriting and complex arrangements.
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
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek high-energy party vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1976, Fairport Chronicles compiles key tracks from Fairport Convention's early albums, positioning the band during a phase of reflection after their innovative contributions to folk rock. This collection serves as a comprehensive overview of their formative years, following the release of their acclaimed album 'Liege and Lief' in 1969 and subsequent lineup changes that shaped their sound.
- 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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