The Cellardyke Recording and Wassailing Society
James Yorkston · 2014
61 min · 16 tracks · traditional folk music
A tender tapestry of folk storytelling woven with delicate instrumentation and introspective lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with quiet moments
- introspective storytelling for reflection
- gentle melodies for late-night listening
- tender instrumentation for emotional depth
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2014, James Yorkston had established himself as a prominent figure in the UK folk scene, releasing this album as his sixth studio effort. Following the critical acclaim of 'I Was A Cat From A Book' in 2012, 'The Cellardyke Recording and Wassailing Society' reflects his continued exploration of narrative-driven songwriting and collaboration with other artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Smith· Sufjan Stevens· Nick Drake
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fellow Man 4:16
- 2 The Blues You Sang 4:45
- 3 Sweet Sweet 3:59
- 4 Guy Fawkes’ Signature 5:32
- 5 Thinking About Kat 3:20
- 6 Feathers Are Falling 4:03
- 7 Broken Wave (A Blues for Doogie) 5:13
- 8 Red Fox 3:15
- 9 King of the Moles 3:45
- 10 Great Ghosts 4:15
- 11 Sleep On 2:18
- 12 Embers 4:45
- 13 Honey on Thigh 2:06
- 14 As Grey and as White 2:42
- 15 The Very Very Best 4:12
- 16 You & Your Sister 2:43
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