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Released 51 years ago this June

Rising for the Moon

Fairport Convention · 1975

55 min · 15 tracks · folk rock · traditional folk music

A gentle blend of folk rock and traditional melodies envelops listeners in rich narratives and emotive vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • gentle narratives for introspection
  • dynamic flow with emotional peaks
  • early morning reflective listening
  • layered harmonies that invite connection

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer high-energy party tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 1, 1975, 'Rising for the Moon' was Fairport Convention's ninth studio album, following their acclaimed 'Babbacombe Lee'. At this point in their career, the band had seen significant lineup changes and was exploring new musical directions while still rooted in their folk traditions.
Stylistic neighbors
Pentangle· Steeleye Span· The Albion Band

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Rising for the Moon 4:09
  • 2 Restless 4:02
  • 3 White Dress 3:44
  • 4 Let It Go 2:00
  • 5 Stranger to Himself 2:52
  • 6 What Is True? 3:36
  • 7 Iron Lion 3:28
  • 8 Dawn 3:42
  • 9 After Halloween 3:38
  • 10 Night-Time Girl 2:56
  • 11 One More Chance 7:58
  • 12 Tears 4:11
  • 13 Rising for the Moon 3:09
  • 14 Stranger to Himself 2:20
  • 15 One More Chance 3:46

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