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Folk beat n. 1

Francesco Guccini · 1967

40 min · 10 tracks · pop music

A poignant blend of folk melodies and socially conscious lyrics that resonate with Italy's cultural landscape of the late 1960s.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • poignant themes of social awareness
  • in-order listening for cohesion
  • evocative storytelling through melodies

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party atmosphere
  • prefer instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in March 1967, 'Folk beat n. 1' was Francesco Guccini's debut album, marking his entrance into the Italian music scene. At this point, Guccini had already established himself as a songwriter and performer in local circles, but this album catapulted him into national recognition.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Noi non ci saremo 5:11
  • 2 In morte di S. F. 3:36
  • 3 Venerdì Santo 4:16
  • 4 L’atomica cinese 2:33
  • 5 La canzone del bambino nel vento (Auschwitz) 4:36
  • 6 Talkin’ Milano 5:26
  • 7 Statale 17 3:07
  • 8 Il 3 dicembre del ’39 3:42
  • 9 La ballata degli annegati 2:25
  • 10 Il sociale e l’antisociale 5:32

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