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Live At Les Cousins

Roy Harper

121 min · 16 tracks · traditional folk music

A captivating blend of emotive folk storytelling and intricate acoustic guitar arrangements create an intimate atmosphere.

Live At Les Cousins is an album by Roy Harper. A captivating blend of emotive folk storytelling and intricate acoustic guitar arrangements create an intimate atmosphere. The album is significant for its representation of Harper's impact on the British folk scene, showcasing his lyrical prowess and unique style. It received positive critical reception and has since influenced a generation of singer-songwriters, highlighting Harper's role as a bridge between traditional folk music and modern lyrical exploration. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Live At Les Cousins sound like?

A captivating blend of emotive folk storytelling and intricate acoustic guitar arrangements create an intimate atmosphere. Rooted in traditional folk music.

What makes Live At Les Cousins by Roy Harper notable?

The album is significant for its representation of Harper's impact on the British folk scene, showcasing his lyrical prowess and unique style. It received positive critical reception and has since influenced a generation of singer-songwriters, highlighting Harper's role as a bridge between traditional folk music and modern lyrical exploration. Released in 1971, 'Live At Les Cousins' captures Roy Harper during a burgeoning phase of his career, shortly after his acclaimed album 'Stormcock'. This live recording showcases his evolution as a performer, offering listeners a raw and authentic experience of his music during the early 1970s folk revival in the UK.

How many songs are on Live At Les Cousins?

Live At Les Cousins has 16 tracks, running approximately 121 minutes.

Tracklist

16 tracks·121:13

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

Disc 1

  • 1 You Don't Need Money 6:22
  • 2 North Country Standout 8:06
  • 3 Hors D'Oeuvres 6:17
  • 4 Blackpool 6:37
  • 5 She's the One (1) 2:24
  • 6 She's the One (2) 8:19
  • 7 Goldfish 5:11
  • 8 East of the Sun 12:18

Disc 2

  • 1 McGoohan's Blues Standout 19:48
  • 2 Feeling All the Saturday 3:08
  • 3 Zengem 1:20
  • 4 Che 6:28
  • 5 Davey 8:53
  • 6 I Hate the White Man Standout 10:38
  • 7 Goodbye 10:32
  • 8 Tom Tiddler's Ground (edit) 4:46

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

121 min 13 sec