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The Second Three Years

Frank Turner · 2011

76 min · 22 tracks · traditional folk music

A collection of heartfelt acoustic anthems blending folk storytelling with Turner’s distinctive, raspy vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • heartfelt storytelling through songs
  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • for acoustic sing-alongs
  • reflective moments during late nights
  • short bursts of engaging energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek only standalone hits

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2011, 'The Second Three Years' is a compilation that highlights Frank Turner's evolution following his breakthrough with 'Love Ire & Song' in 2008. At this point in his career, Turner was gaining recognition as a prominent figure in the UK folk-punk scene, building a loyal fanbase through extensive touring and an increasingly polished sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Chuck Ragan· Billy Bragg· The Gaslight Anthem

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Sailor’s Boots 1:57
  • 2 Pass It Along 4:08
  • 3 Rock & Roll Romance 1:52
  • 4 To Absent Friends 2:59
  • 5 The Next Round 4:38
  • 6 Song for Eva Mae 3:45
  • 7 Wanderlust 3:16
  • 8 Balthazar Impresario 4:01
  • 9 Mr Richards 4:00
  • 10 Song to Bob 3:03
  • 11 Thunder Road 4:30
  • 12 Sally 4:41
  • 13 Barbara Allen 3:09
  • 14 The Quiet One 3:43
  • 15 Build Me Up Buttercup 3:07
  • 16 Linoleum 1:29
  • 17 The Slow Train 2:28
  • 18 The Greatest Day 3:11
  • 19 My Poor Friend Me 2:48
  • 20 On a Plain 2:46
  • 21 Father’s Day 6:21
  • 22 Last Christmas 4:17

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