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Levelling the Land

Levellers · 1991

44 min · 11 tracks · folk rock · Celtic rock · British folk rock

Energetic folk-rock anthems blend with politically charged lyrics and spirited melodies, capturing the essence of early '90s activism.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • spirited sing-alongs with friends
  • steady flow for group settings
  • politically charged communal energy
  • mid-tempo rhythms for road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1991, 'Levelling the Land' was the Levellers' second album, following their debut 'A Weapon Called the Word'. This album solidified their reputation in the British folk-rock scene, marking a transitional period where they began to gain widespread recognition for their infectious sound and socially conscious themes.
Stylistic neighbors
The Pogues· Mumford & Sons· Flogging Molly

Tracklist

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

  • 1 One Way 4:08
  • 2 The Game 3:28
  • 3 The Boatman 5:56
  • 4 Liberty Song 4:28
  • 5 Far From Home 3:47
  • 6 Sell Out 4:17
  • 7 Another Man's Cause 4:34
  • 8 The Road 3:59
  • 9 The Riverflow 3:05
  • 10 Battle of the Beanfield 3:39
  • 11 Fifteen Years 3:08

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