Strawberry Sampler Number 1 cover

Strawberry Sampler Number 1

Strawbs · 2001

49 min · 17 tracks · progressive rock

Lush harmonies and intricate melodies intertwine, creating a warm tapestry of folk-infused progressive rock.

Why this album works

This album is significant as it began to re-establish Strawbs in the music scene after a lengthy hiatus, showcasing their signature sound while appealing to both old fans and new listeners. The collection of tracks reflects their enduring legacy in the progressive rock genre and highlights their lyrical storytelling ability.
Best for
steady reflective listening experience warm melodies for quiet moments intricate harmonies inviting introspection
Context
By 2001, Strawbs had transitioned from their early 1970s prog-rock prominence to exploring more acoustic and folk elements. 'Strawberry Sampler Number 1' showcases their evolution, marking a return to recording after several years of relative quietude since their last studio album in the mid-1990s.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 All I Need Is You 3:07
  • 2 Stay Awhile With Me Standout 2:42
  • 3 Sail Away to the Sea 3:28
  • 4 Two Weeks Last Summer 2:06
  • 5 Nothing Else Will Do 2:16
  • 6 Who Knows Where the Time Goes Standout 4:10
  • 7 I've Been My Own Worst Friend Standout 2:43
  • 8 I Turned My Face Into the Wind 2:42
  • 9 On Growing Older 2:00
  • 10 And You Need Me 3:16
  • 11 Ah Me, Ah My 1:22
  • 12 And You Need Me/Josephine, for Better or for Worse 4:29
  • 13 Just the Same in Every Way 3:01
  • 14 How Everyone but Sam Was a Hypocrite 2:47
  • 15 Young Again 2:57
  • 16 Whichever Way the Wind Blows 2:52
  • 17 Sweetling 3:05

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