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Ringing Down the Years

Strawbs · 1991

43 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock

Ethereal harmonies intertwine with rich instrumentation, creating a lush progressive rock tapestry that reflects on time and memory.

Why this album works

Best for
steady flow with gradual peaks reflective listening on memory ethereal harmonies for introspection
Context
By 1991, Strawbs had transitioned through various phases since their formation in the late 1960s. 'Ringing Down the Years' was released after a significant hiatus following their 1980 album 'Just a Collection of Antiques and Curios', showcasing a matured sound and introspective themes reflective of their journey.
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progressive rock

Ringing Down the Years is an album by Strawbs, released in 1991. Ethereal harmonies intertwine with rich instrumentation, creating a lush progressive rock tapestry that reflects on time and memory. This album marked a notable return for Strawbs, as it featured tributes such as 'Ringing Down the Years (For Sandy Denny)', commemorating their late friend and fellow musician. The album received positive reviews for its sophisticated arrangements and lyrical depth, helping to re-establish the band's presence in the progressive rock scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ringing Down the Years sound like?

Ethereal harmonies intertwine with rich instrumentation, creating a lush progressive rock tapestry that reflects on time and memory. Rooted in progressive rock.

What makes Ringing Down the Years by Strawbs notable?

This album marked a notable return for Strawbs, as it featured tributes such as 'Ringing Down the Years (For Sandy Denny)', commemorating their late friend and fellow musician. The album received positive reviews for its sophisticated arrangements and lyrical depth, helping to re-establish the band's presence in the progressive rock scene. By 1991, Strawbs had transitioned through various phases since their formation in the late 1960s. 'Ringing Down the Years' was released after a significant hiatus following their 1980 album 'Just a Collection of Antiques and Curios', showcasing a matured sound and introspective themes reflective of their journey.

Who is Ringing Down the Years for?

Ringing Down the Years works well if you're into steady flow with gradual peaks, reflective listening on memory and ethereal harmonies for introspection.

How many songs are on Ringing Down the Years?

Ringing Down the Years has 9 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·43:21

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

  • 1 Might as Well Be on Mars Standout 4:11
  • 2 The King (feat. Cathy Le Surf) 3:01
  • 3 Forever Ocean Blue 3:58
  • 4 Grace Darling Standout 6:33
  • 5 Afraid to Let You Go 3:55
  • 6 Tell Me What You See in Me 6:27
  • 7 Ringing Down the Years (For Sandy Denny) Standout 6:57
  • 8 Stone Cold Is the Woman's Heart 4:21
  • 9 Taking a Chance 3:56

Release Date

January 1, 1991

Genre

progressive rock

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

43 min 21 sec