Red & Gold
Fairport Convention · 1988
46 min · 11 tracks · folk rock · traditional folk music
A rich tapestry of folk melodies interwoven with introspective lyrics and vibrant instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective moments of reflection
- dynamic flow with emotional peaks
- rich storytelling through melodies
- for leisurely afternoons
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek high-energy party vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in December 1988, 'Red & Gold' marked Fairport Convention's return after a five-year hiatus since their previous album 'In Real Time.' By this point, the band had undergone numerous lineup changes, but they continued to evolve their sound while remaining rooted in traditional British folk.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pentangle· Steeleye Span· The Albion Band
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Set Me Up 4:23
- 2 The Noise Club 3:12
- 3 Red and Gold 6:44
- 4 The Beggar's Song 3:33
- 5 The Battle 1:09
- 6 Dark Eyed Molly 4:34
- 7 The Rose Hip 4:24
- 8 London River 2:59
- 9 Summer Before the War 4:33
- 10 Open the Door Richard 4:57
- 11 Close to the Wind (live) 6:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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