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The Capitol Years

The Kingston Trio · 1995

301 min · 107 tracks · traditional folk music

A vibrant collection of traditional folk tunes, marked by rich harmonies and a storytelling spirit that echoes Americana's roots.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Run Joe Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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    Tom Dooley — This iconic track encapsulates the group's ability to blend poignant storytelling with catchy melodies, making it one of their most recognized songs.
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    Where Have All the Flowers Gone — This song reflects social concerns of the era through its haunting melody and lyrics, showcasing the Trio's commitment to meaningful content in folk music.
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    M.T.A. — An enduring classic, M.T.A. combines humor with social commentary, illustrating the Trio's knack for engaging narratives set to memorable tunes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of nostalgic storytelling
  • fragmented listening for casual enjoyment
  • sing-along moments with friends
  • playful energy for gatherings
  • varied tracks for easy selection

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer lengthy, cohesive albums
  • want heavy production and depth

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — A collection that showcases a range of the band's work without being a primary entry point.
Themes
folk revival spirit· 1950s social commentary· American storytelling tradition
Career context
Released in 1995, The Capitol Years compiles the work of The Kingston Trio during their peak popularity in the late 1950s and early 1960s. This retrospective album celebrates their significant influence on the folk music revival, showcasing songs that defined a generation and solidified their legacy as pioneers in the genre.

Tracklist

Disc 1

  • 1 Run Joe Start here 2:34
  • 2 Fast Freight 5:14
  • 3 Tom Dooley 3:03
  • 4 Sloop John B 3:32
  • 5 Dodi Lil 2:12
  • 6 New York Girls 2:33
  • 7 They Call the Wind Maria 4:32
  • 8 Shady Grove / Lonesome Traveler 3:16
  • 9 Little Maggie 2:27
  • 10 Bay of Mexico 3:34
  • 11 Acoss the Wide Missouri 3:54
  • 12 Scotch and Soda 2:15
  • 13 Pay Me My Money Down 2:21
  • 14 Tijuana Jail 2:50
  • 15 M.T.A. 3:15
  • 16 All My Sorrows 2:47
  • 17 Good News 2:00
  • 18 Remember the Alamo 3:01
  • 19 Molly Dee 1:45
  • 20 The Unfortunate Miss Bailey 2:10
  • 21 Sail Away Ladies 2:30
  • 22 A Worried Man 2:55
  • 23 The Kingston Trio Sings for 7‐Up 2:26
  • 24 The Kingston Trio Sings for 7‐Up 2:03

Disc 2

  • 1 El Matador 2:27
  • 2 The Mountain O’Mourne 2:52
  • 3 Home From the Hill 2:22
  • 4 The World’s Last Authentic Playboy 2:41
  • 5 Raspberries, Strawberries 2:13
  • 6 Bimini 2:55
  • 7 Green Grasses 2:23
  • 8 With You, My Johnny 2:25
  • 9 Bad Man’s Blunder 2:37
  • 10 The Escape of Old John Webb 2:31
  • 11 Colorado Trail 2:50
  • 12 Buddy Better Get On Down the Line 2:22
  • 13 Coast of California 2:38
  • 14 Bye Bye Thou Little Tiny Child 2:59
  • 15 A Round About Christmas 1:31
  • 16 Come All You Fair and Tender Ladies 2:52
  • 17 Bonny Hielan’ Laddie 2:47
  • 18 The River Is Wide 3:38
  • 19 Don’t You Weep Mary 2:15
  • 20 Sea Fever 2:58
  • 21 The Golden Spike 1:49
  • 22 Mary Was Pretty 2:04
  • 23 The Wines of Madeira 3:01
  • 24 Senora 2:59
  • 25 Adieu to My Island 2:43
  • 26 It Was a Very Good Year 3:22
  • 27 You’re Gonna Miss Me 2:44
  • 28 Bonnie Ship, the Diamond 2:32
  • 29 Come Along Julie 2:29

Disc 3

  • 1 Coming From the Mountains 2:24
  • 2 Oh, Sail Away 3:12
  • 3 Take Her Out of Pity 2:37
  • 4 The Whistling Gypsy 3:04
  • 5 Nothing More to Look Foreward To 2:27
  • 6 Weeping Willow 3:20
  • 7 Jesse James 2:37
  • 8 Where Have All the Flowers Gone 3:03
  • 9 Little Light 3:01
  • 10 Chilly Winds 2:38
  • 11 Oh Miss Mary 3:06
  • 12 Roddy McCorley 2:54
  • 13 500 Miles 3:03
  • 14 Goin’ Away for to Leave You 2:30
  • 15 Old Kentucky Land 2:00
  • 16 Rocky 2:19
  • 17 One More Town 3:10
  • 18 Away Rio 2:54
  • 19 Pullin’ Away 3:15
  • 20 All the Good Times 3:21
  • 21 Darlin’ Are You Dreaming 3:02
  • 22 Allentown Jail 2:29
  • 23 Greenback Dollar 2:51
  • 24 Honey’ Are You Mad at Your Man 2:10
  • 25 The Long Black Vail 2:28
  • 26 Genny Glenn 2:33
  • 27 The First Time (Ever I Saw Your Face) 2:51
  • 28 The New Frontier 2:21

Disc 4

  • 1 The Reverend Mr. Black 3:06
  • 2 Road to Freedom 2:17
  • 3 River Run Down 2:53
  • 4 One More Round 2:48
  • 5 Run the Ridges 2:44
  • 6 Love Has Gone 3:16
  • 7 Try to Remember 3:09
  • 8 Mark Twain 2:36
  • 9 Desert Pete 2:36
  • 10 Ballad of the Tresher 3:07
  • 11 Two‐Ten, Six‐Eighteen 2:55
  • 12 Those Who Are Wise 2:51
  • 13 Rider 2:52
  • 14 The Patriot Game 2:45
  • 15 Coal Tattoo 2:33
  • 16 Hobo’s Lullaby 3:14
  • 17 Seasons in the Sun 2:53
  • 18 Song for a Friend 2:35
  • 19 Four Strong Winds 2:53
  • 20 Last Night I Had the Strangest Dream 2:07
  • 21 Ann 2:47
  • 22 Let’s Get Together 2:29
  • 23 Hard, Ain’t It Hard 3:37
  • 24 Reuben James 3:19
  • 25 Pullin’ Away 4:12
  • 26 Farewell Captain 5:04

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