Sold Out
The Kingston Trio · 1960
29 min · 12 tracks · traditional folk music
A vibrant blend of traditional folk melodies and storytelling, capturing the spirit of Americana in concise, engaging performances.
Top tracks — play these first
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El matador Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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The Mountains O’Mourne — This track beautifully encapsulates the trio's signature harmonies while conveying a sense of longing through its poignant lyrics about love and loss.
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With Her Head Tucked Underneath Her Arm — This song stands out for its dark humor and storytelling, showcasing the trio's ability to blend entertainment with narrative depth.
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Farewell Adelita — The emotional weight of this track highlights the group's talent for interpreting traditional songs, offering a bittersweet farewell that resonates deeply.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of lively storytelling
- for sing-along gatherings
- bright melodies for cheerful vibes
- easy listening during casual moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- seek complex, intricate arrangements
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified The Kingston Trio's status in the folk music scene.
- Themes
- Spanish folk influence· nostalgic longing· storytelling tradition
- Career context
- Released in 1960, 'Sold Out' marked The Kingston Trio's fifth studio album during a period of significant popularity for the group. They had recently solidified their status as leading figures in the folk revival movement, following the success of their previous album, 'At Large', which had reached high chart positions and expanded their audience significantly.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Limeliters· Peter, Paul and Mary· The Brothers Four
Tracklist
- 1 El matador Start here 2:24
- 2 The Mountains O’Mourne 2:50
- 3 Don’t Cry Katie 2:53
- 4 Medley: Tanga Tika / Toerau 2:02
- 5 With Her Head Tucked Underneath Her Arm 2:50
- 6 Carrier Pigeon 2:51
- 7 Bimini 2:53
- 8 Raspberries, Strawberries 2:12
- 9 Mangwani Mpulele 1:37
- 10 With You My Johnny 2:22
- 11 The Hunter 2:36
- 12 Farewell Adelita 2:20
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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