No Ruinous Feud
The Incredible String Band · 1973
38 min · 12 tracks · folk music
A whimsical blend of folk and psychedelia, infused with playful storytelling and eclectic instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Explorer — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its exploratory lyrics and vibrant instrumentation that encapsulates the band's whimsical style.
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Circus Girl — With its vivid imagery and narrative flair, this song captures the essence of the band's storytelling prowess while blending genres seamlessly.
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Weather the Storm — This track showcases the band's ability to weave emotional depth into their music, combining intricate melodies with reflective lyrics about resilience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with charm
- playful tunes for gatherings
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- light-hearted vibes for sunny days
- quirky sounds for adventurous listeners
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of serious themes
- prefer heavy, complex compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on March 1, 1973, No Ruinous Feud was The Incredible String Band's sixth studio album, coming after their commercial peak with the acclaimed Liquid Acrobat as Regards the Air. At this point in their career, the band was exploring new musical directions while maintaining their unique identity, following a period of lineup changes and personal exploration.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pentangle· Fairport Convention· Nick Drake
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Explorer 3:32
- 2 Down Before Cathay 4:19
- 3 Saturday Maybe 2:46
- 4 Jigs 2:51
- 5 Old Buccaneer 3:24
- 6 At the Lighthouse Dance 3:33
- 7 Second Fiddle 2:26
- 8 Circus Girl 2:33
- 9 Turquoise Blue 4:00
- 10 My Blue Tears 2:03
- 11 Weather the Storm 3:06
- 12 Little Girl 4:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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