The Tumbler
John Martyn · 1968
34 min · 12 tracks · traditional folk music
A whimsical blend of folk and rock, weaving together poetic storytelling with intricate acoustic arrangements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling for sunny days
- steady mid-tempo for relaxed moments
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- for afternoon gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy anthems
- prefer longer, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1968, 'The Tumbler' was John Martyn's debut album, marking the beginning of his exploration into blending folk music with jazz and rock influences. At this point in his career, he was establishing his unique sound that would later evolve into more experimental territory.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nick Drake· Tim Buckley· Richard Thompson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sing a Song of Summer 2:23
- 2 The River 3:00
- 3 Goin' Down to Memphis 3:12
- 4 The Gardeners 3:15
- 5 A Day at the Sea 2:36
- 6 Fishin' Blues 2:38
- 7 Dusty 3:07
- 8 Hello Train 2:36
- 9 Winding Boy 2:23
- 10 Fly on Home 2:34
- 11 Knuckledy Crunch and Slippledee-Slee Song 2:55
- 12 Seven Black Roses 4:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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