What makes Folk Matinee by The Limeliters notable?

The album features the iconic track Turn! Turn! Turn!, which later gained fame through The Byrds' rendition. Its combination of diverse cultural influences contributed to the folk revival movement of the early 1960s, making it significant within both folk and jazz circles. Released in 1962, Folk Matinee was The Limeliters' third album and followed their successful debut. At this point, the group was solidifying its presence in the folk revival scene, showcasing their ability to blend traditional folk melodies with jazz elements.

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 collection of folk-infused jazz harmonies that evoke a sense of community and celebration.

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Top tracks — play these first

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To Everything There Is a Season (Turn! Turn! Turn!) — This track encapsulates the core message of change and continuity, resonating deeply with the era's socio-political climate while showcasing tight vocal harmonies.
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Those Were the Days — A nostalgic reflection on simpler times, this song captures the essence of communal storytelling that defines much of The Limeliters’ appeal.
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Funk — With its upbeat tempo and playful lyrics, this track introduces a lively energy that contrasts with more somber themes explored elsewhere on the album.

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

prefer lengthy immersive albums
dislike upbeat, lively tempos

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1962, Folk Matinee was The Limeliters' third album and followed their successful debut. At this point, the group was solidifying its presence in the folk revival scene, showcasing their ability to blend traditional folk melodies with jazz elements.
Stylistic neighbors: The Brothers Four· The Kingston Trio· Peter, Paul and Mary

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

To Everything There Is a Season (Turn! Turn! Turn!)

The shift from verses addressing different aspects of life to a unified refrain emphasizes cycles of change.

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

What to play next

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