The Dream Society
Roy Harper · 1998
72 min · 11 tracks · traditional folk music
A contemplative blend of folk melodies and introspective lyrics, weaving personal narratives with social commentary.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective narratives for reflection
- patient storytelling through melodies
- evening solitude with deep thoughts
- emotional depth in quiet moments
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer short, catchy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1998, Roy Harper was in a reflective phase of his career, having already established himself as a significant figure in British folk music since the 1960s. 'The Dream Society' is his first studio album since the late 1980s and marks a return to recording after a prolonged hiatus, showcasing his enduring relevance in a changing musical landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nick Drake· John Martyn· Leonard Cohen
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Songs of Love 7:00
- 2 Songs of Love, Part 2 4:50
- 3 Dancing All the Night 6:12
- 4 Psychopath 2:45
- 5 I Want to Be in Love 5:59
- 6 Drugs for Everybody 5:05
- 7 Come the Revolution 6:10
- 8 Angel of the Night 5:11
- 9 The Dream Society 8:36
- 10 Broken Wing 6:43
- 11 These Fifty Years 14:28
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