Tempted and Tried
Steeleye Span · 1989
43 min · 11 tracks · folk rock · psychedelic folk
A vibrant tapestry of traditional folk melodies interwoven with contemporary arrangements and rich storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo storytelling flow
- vibrant melodies for gatherings
- rich narratives to engage listeners
- immersive listening during quiet evenings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 1, 1989, 'Tempted and Tried' was Steeleye Span's first album after a five-year hiatus following 'Back in Line' (1986). At this point in their career, the band was navigating the evolving landscape of folk rock while retaining their distinct sound, marked by a blend of traditional influences and modern sensibilities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fairport Convention· Pentangle· The Albion Band
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Padstow 3:05
- 2 The Fox 3:06
- 3 Two Butchers 4:51
- 4 Following Me 3:39
- 5 Seagull 2:45
- 6 The Cruel Mother 5:36
- 7 Jack Hall 3:58
- 8 Searching for Lambs 4:13
- 9 Shaking of the Sheets 4:12
- 10 Reels: The First House in Connaught / Sailor's Bonnet 2:52
- 11 Betsy Bell and Mary Gray 5:00
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