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Please to See the King

Steeleye Span · 1971

41 min · 11 tracks · folk rock · psychedelic folk

A vibrant tapestry of traditional melodies infused with contemporary folk rock sensibilities.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady progression with peaks
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • layered, dense sonic textures
  • contemplative mood exploration

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 1, 1971, 'Please to See the King' is Steeleye Span's third studio album and a significant step in their evolution within the folk rock genre. At this point in their career, they were transitioning from their early experimental roots towards a more polished sound that embraced both traditional English folk and modern influences.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Blacksmith 4:48
  • 2 Cold, Haily, Windy Night 4:37
  • 3 Jigs: Bryan O'Lynn / The Hag With the Money 3:20
  • 4 Prince Charlie Stuart 4:17
  • 5 Boys of Bedlam 4:21
  • 6 False Knight on the Road 2:45
  • 7 The Lark in the Morning 4:32
  • 8 Female Drummer 4:04
  • 9 The King 1:31
  • 10 Lovely on the Water 5:20
  • 11 Rave On 1:24

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