...From the Hungry i cover

...From the Hungry i

The Kingston Trio · 1959

35 min · 11 tracks · traditional folk music

A vibrant collection of traditional folk songs that blend storytelling with lively melodies and harmonies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • lively sing-alongs with friends
  • steady pacing for casual listening
  • vibrant storytelling through music
  • nostalgic melodies for sunny days

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking intense emotional depth
  • prefer modern production styles

Where this album fits

Themes
San Francisco folk scene· traditional storytelling· social commentary on war
Career context
Released on January 5, 1959, ...From the Hungry i was The Kingston Trio's debut album, marking the beginning of their commercial success in the folk music movement. At this time, the group was gaining momentum following performances at San Francisco's Hungry i club, which solidified their reputation and established them as leading figures in the folk revival.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Joan Baez by Joan Baez — Shares a focus on traditional songs and social commentary with an emotive vocal delivery.
The Weavers at Carnegie Hall by The Weavers — Similar blend of traditional folk with vibrant performances and themes of social justice.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Tic, Tic, Tic 2:12
  • 2 Gué, Gué 2:52
  • 3 Dorié 2:59
  • 4 South Coast 4:28
  • 5 Zombie Jamboree 3:16
  • 6 Wimoweh 2:46
  • 7 New York Girls 2:36
  • 8 They Call the Wind Maria 4:48
  • 9 Merry Little Minuet 2:26
  • 10 Medley: Shady Grove / Lonesome Traveler 3:31
  • 11 When the Saints Go Marching In 3:44

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