Past Times with Good Company
Blackmore's Night · 2002
109 min · 17 tracks · folk rock
A captivating blend of medieval melodies and modern folk, echoing tales of romance and adventure through lush instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Shadow of the Moon Start here — This track opens the album with an expansive arrangement that illustrates the band's ability to fuse rock dynamics with historical themes, setting a mystical tone.
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Fires at Midnight — As a centerpiece of the album, this song captures both lyrical depth and musical complexity, highlighting the interplay between Blackmore's guitar and Night's ethereal voice.
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Under a Violet Moon — This upbeat track showcases the band's playful side while intertwining romantic imagery with a lively melody, embodying the essence of their sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with varied pacing
- transportive melodies for reflection
- engaging storytelling through song
- ideal for cozy gatherings
- nostalgic vibes for evening listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Beloved by fans for its unique blend of rock and Renaissance music.
- Themes
- medieval romance· Renaissance adventure· mystical storytelling
- Career context
- Released in 2002, Past Times with Good Company marked Blackmore's Night's fifth studio album, solidifying their unique fusion of rock and Renaissance music. Following the commercial success of their earlier albums, this project continued to showcase Ritchie Blackmore's signature guitar work intertwined with Candice Night's enchanting vocals, further establishing their artistic identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Loreena McKennitt· Clannad· Enya
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Shadow of the Moon Start here 10:56
- 2 Play Minstrel Play 4:34
- 3 Minstrel Hall 5:43
- 4 Past Time With Good Company 7:04
- 5 Fires at Midnight 12:28
- 6 Under a Violet Moon 5:01
- 7 Soldier of Fortune 4:21
Disc 2
- 1 16th Century Greensleeves 4:44
- 2 Beyond the Sunset 5:28
- 3 Morning Star 6:09
- 4 Home Again 6:32
- 5 Renaissance Faire 5:07
- 6 I Still Remember 7:03
- 7 Durch den Wald zum Bach Haus 3:11
- 8 Writing on the Wall 6:00
- 9 Fires at Midnight (live acoustic version) 9:49
- 10 Home Again (Greek studio version) 5:17
What to play next
Ghost of a Rose
2003
Continues the blend of medieval themes with rich instrumentation and storytelling.
Fires at Midnight
2001
Sets the stage with similar folk influences and lyrical depth.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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