Festival Bell
Fairport Convention · 2011
62 min · 14 tracks · folk rock · traditional folk music
An inviting blend of traditional folk melodies and contemporary arrangements, echoing the band’s storied history.
Festival Bell is an album by Fairport Convention, released in 2011. An inviting blend of traditional folk melodies and contemporary arrangements, echoing the band’s storied history. 'Festival Bell' received critical acclaim for its vibrant mix of traditional and modern folk influences, reaffirming Fairport Convention's significance in the British music scene. The album is notable for being a testament to the band's enduring legacy and ability to attract a new generation of listeners while maintaining their original fanbase. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Festival Bell sound like?
An inviting blend of traditional folk melodies and contemporary arrangements, echoing the band’s storied history. Rooted in folk rock and traditional folk music.
What makes Festival Bell by Fairport Convention notable?
'Festival Bell' received critical acclaim for its vibrant mix of traditional and modern folk influences, reaffirming Fairport Convention's significance in the British music scene. The album is notable for being a testament to the band's enduring legacy and ability to attract a new generation of listeners while maintaining their original fanbase. Released in 2011, 'Festival Bell' marks Fairport Convention's first studio album in nearly a decade, following 'Over the Next Hill' from 2004. By this time, the band had solidified its legacy in British folk rock, showcasing both continuity and evolution in their sound with new material while honoring their roots.
How many songs are on Festival Bell?
Festival Bell has 14 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mercy Bay Standout 6:46
- 2 Rui's Guitar 4:38
- 3 Danny Jack's Chase 3:55
- 4 Reunion Hill 4:52
- 5 Wouldn't Say No Standout 4:20
- 6 Around the Wild Cape Horn 5:07
- 7 Celtic Moon 5:09
- 8 Ukulele Central 4:16
- 9 Albert & Ted 2:37
- 10 Darkside Wood 4:49
- 11 London Apprentice / Johnny Ginears 3:50
- 12 Rising for the Moon Standout 4:30
- 13 Danny Jack's Reward 4:37
- 14 The Festival Bell 2:58
Release Date
January 1, 2011
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
62 min 30 sec
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