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The Transfiguration of Blind Joe Death

John Fahey · 1965

40 min · 15 tracks · blues

A tapestry of folk, blues, and experimental guitar weaving through haunting melodies and intricate fingerpicking.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • haunting melodic explorations
  • short, reflective listening sessions
  • varied pacing for engagement
  • intricate fingerpicking detail
  • contemplative and introspective moods

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1965, 'The Transfiguration of Blind Joe Death' was John Fahey's third album, following his influential debut 'Blind Joe Death' in 1959. At this point, Fahey was solidifying his unique position within the American fingerstyle guitar movement, blending traditional folk elements with avant-garde sensibilities.
Stylistic neighbors
Leo Kottke· Bert Jansch· Nick Drake

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Beautiful Linda Getchell 1:58
  • 2 Orinda‐Moraga 4:00
  • 3 I Am the Resurrection 2:57
  • 4 On the Sunny Side of the Ocean 3:17
  • 5 Tell Her to Come Back Home 2:45
  • 6 My Station Will Be Changed After While 2:06
  • 7 101 Is a Hard Road to Travel 2:24
  • 8 How Green Was My Valley 2:20
  • 9 Bicycle Built for Two 1:15
  • 10 The Death of the Clayton Peacock 2:58
  • 11 Brenda’s Blues 1:51
  • 12 Old Southern Medley 6:13
  • 13 Come Back Baby 2:24
  • 14 Poor Boy 2:32
  • 15 St. Patrick’s Hymn 0:56

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