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Santa Barbara Honeymoon

Bert Jansch · 1975

39 min · 12 tracks · folk rock · traditional folk music

A gentle blend of folk melodies and introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of 1970s acoustic storytelling.

Santa Barbara Honeymoon is an album by Bert Jansch, released in 1975. A gentle blend of folk melodies and introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of 1970s acoustic storytelling. 'Santa Barbara Honeymoon' is notable for its critical reception, showcasing Jansch's ability to weave personal narratives into folk music. The album solidified his influence in the folk rock genre, inspiring contemporaries and later artists who sought to blend traditional folk with modern sensibilities. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Santa Barbara Honeymoon sound like?

A gentle blend of folk melodies and introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of 1970s acoustic storytelling. Rooted in folk rock and traditional folk music.

What makes Santa Barbara Honeymoon by Bert Jansch notable?

'Santa Barbara Honeymoon' is notable for its critical reception, showcasing Jansch's ability to weave personal narratives into folk music. The album solidified his influence in the folk rock genre, inspiring contemporaries and later artists who sought to blend traditional folk with modern sensibilities. By the time 'Santa Barbara Honeymoon' was released in 1975, Bert Jansch had already established himself as a prominent figure in the British folk scene with several acclaimed albums. This album followed his 1973 release 'L.A. Turnaround' and marked a continued exploration of softer, melodic sounds while collaborating with various musicians.

How many songs are on Santa Barbara Honeymoon?

Santa Barbara Honeymoon has 12 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·39:00

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

  • 1 Love a New Standout 3:15
  • 2 Mary and Joseph 3:16
  • 3 Be My Friend 2:40
  • 4 Baby Blue 2:27
  • 5 Dance Lady Dance 3:33
  • 6 You Are My Sunshine Standout 3:36
  • 7 Lost and Gone 3:41
  • 8 Blues Run the Game Standout 2:48
  • 9 Build Another Band 2:57
  • 10 When the Teardrops Fell 4:12
  • 11 Dynamite 3:44
  • 12 Buckrabbit 2:51

Release Date

January 1, 1975

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

39 min 0 sec