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Strawbs in Concert

Strawbs

16 tracks · progressive rock

A vibrant blend of progressive rock and folk, weaving intricate storytelling with soaring melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • fragmented pacing for active listening
  • intricate storytelling through song
  • vibrant melodies for sing-alongs
  • dynamic shifts in emotional tone

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • avoid lengthy concert recordings

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1974, 'Strawbs in Concert' captures the band during a peak phase of their creative output following the acclaimed album 'Hero and Heroine'. This live record showcases their dynamic stage presence and the evolution of their sound as they transitioned from folk-rock roots to more elaborate progressive rock compositions.
Stylistic neighbors
Camel· Genesis· Yes

Tracklist

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

  • 1 New World
  • 2 Sheep
  • 3 Tears and Pavan
  • 4 The Hangman and the Papist
  • 5 Benedictus
  • 6 Heavy Disguise
  • 7 The River
  • 8 Down by the Sea
  • 9 The Winter and the Summer
  • 10 Part of the Union
  • 11 Lay Down
  • 12 Autumn
  • 13 Out in the Cold
  • 14 Round and Round
  • 15 Hero and Heroine
  • 16 Lay a Little Light on Me

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