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Make Way

The Kingston Trio · 1961

32 min · 12 tracks · traditional folk music

A vibrant collection of traditional folk songs brought to life with tight harmonies and playful instrumentation.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    En El Aqua Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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    Come All You Fair and Tender Ladies — This track stands out for its haunting melody and poignant lyrics that reflect themes of love and loss, encapsulating the emotional depth of folk music.
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    Hard Travelin' — With its upbeat tempo and lively instrumentation, this song exemplifies the Kingston Trio's knack for transforming traditional narratives into engaging performances.
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    The River Is Wide — This track features intricate harmonies that highlight the trio's vocal prowess, while its lyrical themes of longing resonate deeply within the folk genre.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic communal storytelling vibes
  • steady pacing for relaxed listening
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • sing-along potential with friends

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking high-energy performances
  • prefer longer immersive albums

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album helped solidify their popularity after previous success.
Themes
folk revival movement· communal storytelling
Career context
Released on January 30, 1961, 'Make Way' was The Kingston Trio's fourth studio album, following their commercial breakthrough with 'At Large' in 1960. By this time, the trio had solidified their place in the folk music revival, and this album further showcased their ability to blend traditional songs with contemporary arrangements.
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Tracklist

  • 1 En El Aqua Start here 2:18
  • 2 Come All You Fair and Tender Ladies 2:52
  • 3 The Jug of Punch 3:35
  • 4 Bonny Hielan' Laddie 2:48
  • 5 Utawena 1:39
  • 6 Hard Travelin' 2:31
  • 7 Hangman 2:50
  • 8 Speckled Roan 3:06
  • 9 The River Is Wide 3:38
  • 10 Oh, Yes, Oh! 2:41
  • 11 Blow the Candle Out 2:37
  • 12 Blue Eyed Gal 2:16

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