Released 52 years ago this August
Journeys from Gospel Oak
Iain Matthews · 1974
31 min · 10 tracks · traditional folk music
A warm blend of folk storytelling and melodic precision, capturing the essence of 1970s British acoustic music.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo storytelling
- warm acoustic melodies
- reflective afternoon listening
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer lengthy immersive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1974, 'Journeys from Gospel Oak' was Iain Matthews’ third solo album following his departure from the influential band Fairport Convention. At this point in his career, Matthews was honing his distinctive sound, moving further into traditional folk territory while establishing himself as a solo artist post-Fairport's peak popularity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nick Drake· Richard Thompson· John Martyn
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Knowing the Game 2:32
- 2 Polly 4:02
- 3 Things You Gave Me 2:30
- 4 Mobile Blue 3:26
- 5 Tribute to Hank Williams 2:45
- 6 Met Her on a Plane 3:32
- 7 Bride 1945 3:05
- 8 Franklin Avenue 2:47
- 9 Do Right Woman 3:34
- 10 Sing Me Back Home 3:36
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