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John Fahey Visits Washington D.C.

John Fahey · 1979

43 min · 6 tracks · blues

A reflective tapestry of fingerstyle guitar weaving through melancholic blues and intricate melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective moments of solitude
  • intricate melodies for deep focus
  • melancholic ambiance for rainy days
  • cascading guitar patterns to unwind

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy engagement
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'John Fahey Visits Washington D.C.' was released in 1979, John Fahey had already established himself as a pioneering figure in American primitive guitar music. This album arrived as his follow-up to 'Requia' (1977), showcasing his continued evolution in blending traditional folk with avant-garde influences, even as he faced changing musical landscapes and personal challenges.
Stylistic neighbors
Leo Kottke· Bert Jansch· Nick Drake

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Medley: Silver Bell / Cheyenne 4:33
  • 2 Ann Arbor / Death by Reputation 8:11
  • 3 The Discovery of the Sylvia Scott 7:41
  • 4 Guitar Lamento 5:50
  • 5 Melody McBad 10:06
  • 6 The Grand Finale 6:55

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