Live at the BBC
Sandy Denny · 2007
171 min · 45 tracks · folk music
A haunting blend of folk ballads and intimate storytelling, showcasing Denny's ethereal voice and poetic lyricism.
Top tracks — play these first
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Late November — This track stands out for its poignant storytelling and melancholic melody, capturing Denny's ability to evoke deep emotion through simple yet powerful lyrics.
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Who Knows Where the Time Goes — Known for its reflective nature, this song showcases Denny's vocal range and lyrical depth, making it a timeless classic within her repertoire.
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Blackwaterside — The haunting arrangement and Denny's ethereal delivery turn this traditional song into a breathtaking centerpiece that highlights her folk roots.
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It Suits Me Well — This track features a seamless blend of personal narrative and rich imagery, exemplifying Denny's lyrical craftsmanship and emotional resonance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate storytelling through song
- haunting melodies for quiet moments
- reflective listening for rainy days
- cathartic expressions of nostalgia
- engaging live performance atmosphere
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released posthumously in 2007, Live at the BBC captures Sandy Denny's performances from the late 1960s to early 1970s. This album highlights her pivotal role in British folk music and follows her earlier successes with Fairport Convention and her solo work, showcasing her enduring influence on the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nick Drake· Fairport Convention· Anne Briggs
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Fhir a Bhata 4:31
- 2 Green Grow the Laurels 3:55
- 3 Hold on to Me Babe 3:09
- 4 Blues Run the Game 2:44
- 5 Late November 5:10
- 6 The Optimist 3:47
- 7 Crazy Lady Blues 2:18
- 8 The Lowlands of Holland 3:17
- 9 It Suits Me Well 4:22
- 10 The Music Weaver 3:10
- 11 Bushes and Briars 2:38
- 12 It'll Take a Long Time 4:04
- 13 Solo 4:37
- 14 Like an Old Fashioned Waltz 3:32
- 15 Who Knows Where the Time Goes 5:37
- 16 Until the Real Thing Comes Along 4:10
- 17 Whispering Grass 3:44
- 18 Dark the Night 4:09
- 19 Solo 4:28
Disc 2
- 1 The North Star Grassman and the Ravens 3:47
- 2 Sweet Rosemary 3:26
- 3 The Lady 3:46
- 4 Bruton Town 4:46
- 5 Next Time Around 4:47
- 6 Blackwaterside 3:44
- 7 John the Gun 3:15
- 8 The Lady 4:22
- 9 Bushes and Briars 4:11
- 10 It Suits Me Well 5:15
- 11 Blackwaterside 3:37
- 12 The Music Weaver 4:52
- 13 The Sea Captain 3:18
- 14 John the Gun 4:02
- 15 Interview With Sandy Denny 7:45
Disc 4
- 1 This Train 2:00
- 2 Make Me a Pallet on Your Floor 2:22
- 3 The Last Thing on My Mind 3:24
- 4 You Never Wanted Me 3:07
- 5 Been on the Road So Long 2:24
- 6 The Quiet Land of Erin 3:22
- 7 Sweet Nightingale 2:02
- 8 Blackwaterside 4:20
- 9 The North Star Grassman and the Ravens 2:55
- 10 The Lady 3:36
- 11 It'll Take a Long Time 4:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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