What makes Folk Matinee by The Limeliters notable?

This album is significant for its contribution to the burgeoning folk revival movement, which saw a resurgence of interest in traditional music. 'Folk Matinee' features the popular track 'Those Were the Days,' which later became an anthem for social change and was covered by numerous artists, enhancing its cultural relevance. By the time 'Folk Matinee' was released in January 1962, The Limeliters were already established in the folk music scene, having gained recognition with their earlier albums. This album followed their successful self-titled debut from 1960 and showcased their growth as a group, further solidifying their presence during the folk revival of the early 1960s.

Who is Folk Matinee for?

Folk Matinee works well if you're into short bursts of joyful energy, sing-along friendly tracks and vibrant communal celebration feel.

How many songs are on Folk Matinee?

Folk Matinee has 12 tracks, running approximately 27 minutes.

Folk Matinee

The Limeliters · 1962

27 min · 12 tracks · jazz

A vibrant folk tapestry woven with harmonies, storytelling, and an array of cultural influences.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short bursts of joyful energy
sing-along friendly tracks
vibrant communal celebration feel
playful storytelling and harmonies

Maybe skip if you want

prefer lengthy immersive albums
dislike upbeat, lively tempos

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Folk Matinee' was released in January 1962, The Limeliters were already established in the folk music scene, having gained recognition with their earlier albums. This album followed their successful self-titled debut from 1960 and showcased their growth as a group, further solidifying their presence during the folk revival of the early 1960s.
Stylistic neighbors: The Brothers Four· The Kingston Trio· Peter, Paul and Mary

Tracklist

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

1 Sing Hallelujah 2:06
2 Sweet Water Rolling 2:28
3 Funk 2:15
4 Blue Mountain Lake 2:11
5 Tamborito 2:07
6 Uncle Benny's Celebration 2:19
7 Wake Up, Dunia 2:06
8 Die Gedanken Sind Frei 2:07
9 To Everything There Is a Season (Turn! Turn! Turn!) 2:09
10 Reedy River 2:49
11 Those Were the Days 3:06
12 The Minstrel Boy 2:11

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