The Bonny Bunch of Roses
Fairport Convention · 1977
38 min · 9 tracks · folk rock · traditional folk music
A rich tapestry of traditional folk melodies interwoven with contemporary arrangements and vibrant instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey exploration
- rich tapestry of melodies
- vibrant instrumentation throughout
- wave-like pacing shifts
- engaging storytelling through songs
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking fast-paced gratification
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1977, 'The Bonny Bunch of Roses' marked Fairport Convention's transition into a more polished sound following their previous album 'Rising for the Moon' in 1975. At this point, the band was experimenting with new arrangements while continuing to explore their roots in British folk music, aiming to appeal to both traditionalists and a broader audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pentangle· Steeleye Span· The Albion Band
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Jams O'Donnell's Jig 2:33
- 2 The Eynsham Poacher 2:24
- 3 Adieu Adieu 2:26
- 4 The Bonny Bunch of Roses 12:27
- 5 The Poor Ditching Boy 3:57
- 6 General Taylor 3:10
- 7 Run Johnny Run 4:35
- 8 The Last Waltz 3:00
- 9 Royal Selleccion Number 13 4:12
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