What makes Here's the Tender Coming by The Unthanks notable?

'Here's the Tender Coming' received widespread critical acclaim, reaching number 11 on the UK Albums Chart. It was praised for its innovative approach to folk music and has influenced a resurgence in interest in traditional storytelling through song, cementing The Unthanks as key figures in contemporary folk. In 2009, The Unthanks released 'Here's the Tender Coming' as their third studio album, following their acclaimed sophomore effort 'The Bairns' (2007). This album solidified their position in the British folk revival, showcasing their unique ability to reinterpret traditional songs while incorporating original material.

Who is Here's the Tender Coming for?

Here's the Tender Coming works well if you're into dynamic narrative progression, haunting emotional depth and long, immersive listening sessions.

How many songs are on Here's the Tender Coming?

Here's the Tender Coming has 13 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

Here's the Tender Coming

The Unthanks · 2009

54 min · 13 tracks · traditional folk music

A haunting blend of traditional folk melodies and contemporary storytelling, rich with emotional depth.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic narrative progression
haunting emotional depth
long, immersive listening sessions
wave-like pacing
contemplative storytelling experiences

Where this album fits

Career context: In 2009, The Unthanks released 'Here's the Tender Coming' as their third studio album, following their acclaimed sophomore effort 'The Bairns' (2007). This album solidified their position in the British folk revival, showcasing their unique ability to reinterpret traditional songs while incorporating original material.
Stylistic neighbors: Alash Ensemble· Le Vent du Nord· Nikolai Noskov

Tracklist

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

1 Because He Was a Bonny Lad 2:36
2 Sad February 4:35
3 Annachie Gordon 8:15
4 Lucky Gilchrist 4:51
5 The Testimony of Patience Kershaw 4:05
6 Living by the Water 6:08
7 Where've Yer Bin Dick? 0:47
8 Nobody Knew She Was There 5:53
9 Flowers of the Town 3:05
10 Not Much Luck in Our House 0:47
11 At First She Starts 3:38
12 Here's the Tender Coming 5:28
13 Betsy Bell 4:14

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