Mock Tudor
Richard Thompson · 1999
55 min · 12 tracks · rock music
A tapestry of intricate storytelling woven through folk-rock melodies and sharp lyrical wit.
Why this album works
'Mock Tudor' received positive critical acclaim upon its release, showcasing Thompson's songwriting prowess and earning a strong following within the folk-rock genre. The album is often noted for its introspective lyrics and has been influential among singer-songwriters, paving the way for a resurgence of narrative-driven music in the late '90s.
- Best for
- intricate storytelling with wit steady pacing for focused listening narrative flow across tracks
- Context
- When 'Mock Tudor' was released in January 1999, Richard Thompson was establishing himself as a solo artist following his departure from Fairport Convention and previous albums like 'You? Me? Us?' (1996). This album represented a maturation of his sound, blending personal narratives with broader social observations, marking a significant moment in his post-Fairport career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Radiohead· Kate Bush· Duran Duran· Kim Wilde· Blur· Joe Jackson· giorge mijael· Ringo Starr
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Metroland: Cooksferry Queen 4:12
- 2 Metroland: Sibella 4:15
- 3 Metroland: Bathsheba Smiles 3:54
- 4 Metroland: Two‐Faced Love 4:03
- 5 Metroland: Hard on Me 5:55
- 6 Heroes in the Suburbs: Crawl Back (Under My Stone) 3:59
- 7 Heroes in the Suburbs: Uninhabited Man 4:52
- 8 Heroes in the Suburbs: Dry My Tears and Move On 3:48
- 9 Heroes in the Suburbs: Walking the Long Miles Home 4:10
- 10 Street Cries and Stage Whispers: Sights and Sounds of London Town 4:54
- 11 Street Cries and Stage Whispers: That’s All, Amen, Close the Door 5:56
- 12 Street Cries and Stage Whispers: Hope You Like the New Me 5:00
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