Top tracks — play these first
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The Walrus and the Carpenter Start here — This track captures the essence of whimsy with its intricate storytelling and melodic charm, serving as a centerpiece for the album's thematic exploration.
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Jabberwocky — With its playful wordplay and vivid imagery, this song exemplifies Donovan's ability to transform Lewis Carroll's poem into a captivating musical experience.
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The Song of Wandering Aengus — This track stands out for its haunting melody and evocative lyrics that draw from Yeats' poetry, showcasing Donovan's literary influences.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with charm
- playful melodies for lightheartedness
- curious explorations in lyrical themes
- wave-like pacing invites reflection
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy engagement
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Showcases a departure in sound and lyrical experimentation from earlier works.
- Career context
- Released in 1971, H.M.S. Donovan was Donovan's follow-up to his commercially successful album, Gift from a Flower to a Garden. At this point in his career, Donovan was navigating the transition from mainstream success into more experimental and artistic territory, as he sought to explore deeper themes and poetic narratives in his music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nick Drake· Simon & Garfunkel· Cat Stevens
Tracklist
- 1 The Walrus and the Carpenter Start here 8:36
- 2 Jabberwocky 2:37
- 3 The Seller of Stars 2:52
- 4 Lost Time 2:29
- 5 The Little White Road 2:05
- 6 The Star 1:45
- 7 Coulter's Candy 1:44
- 8 The Road 1:08
- 9 Things to Wear 1:06
- 10 The Owl and the Pussycat 2:24
- 11 Homesickness 2:31
- 12 Fishes in Love 1:04
- 13 Mr. Wind 2:38
- 14 Wynken, Blynken and Nod 2:26
- 15 Celia of the Seals 3:02
- 16 The Pee Song 2:06
- 17 The Voyage of the Moon 5:18
- 18 The Unicorn 0:55
- 19 Lord of the Dance 2:31
- 20 Little Ben 1:44
- 21 Can Ye Dance 1:32
- 22 In an Old-Fashioned Picture Book 3:11
- 23 The Song of Wandering Aengus 3:56
- 24 A Funny Man 1:51
- 25 Lord of the Reedy River 2:38
- 26 Henry Martin 5:08
- 27 Queen Mab 2:18
- 28 La Moora 2:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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