Live in Tasmania cover

Live in Tasmania

John Fahey

41 min · 6 tracks · blues

A vibrant tapestry of American folk and blues, woven with Fahey's intricate guitar work and storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intricate guitar storytelling moments
  • engaging live performance atmosphere
  • captivating tales of place
  • reflective afternoon listening experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer concise standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1979, 'Live in Tasmania' captures John Fahey during a period of renewed creativity after years of fluctuating popularity. This live album showcases his unique blend of folk, blues, and experimental music, following his earlier influential works like 'The Transfiguration of Blind Joe Death.' At this point in his career, Fahey was rediscovering his sound and connecting deeply with audiences.
Stylistic neighbors
Leo Kottke· Bert Jansch· Nick Drake

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Introduction by Stefan Markovich / On the Sunny Side of the Ocean / Tasmania Two‐Step Tiger 13:38
  • 2 The Approaching of the Disco Void 6:49
  • 3 Waltzing Matilda 2:30
  • 4 Fahey Established Rapport With the Tasmanians: A Dissertation on Obscurity / The Return of the Tasmanian Tiger / Funeral Song for Mississippi John Hurt 8:55
  • 5 Steamboat Gwine ’Round de Bend 4:55
  • 6 Indian‐Pacific R.R. Blues 5:03

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