The Yellow Princess
John Fahey · 1968
66 min · 12 tracks · blues
A tapestry of intricate fingerstyle guitar interwoven with evocative Americana themes and folk reflections.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intricate fingerstyle guitar exploration
- evocative reflections on americana
- patient unfolding of melodies
- ideal for quiet afternoons
- immersive listening for introspection
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat party tracks
- prefer instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'The Yellow Princess' was released in 1968, John Fahey was establishing himself as a key figure in the American folk music scene, following his breakthrough album 'Blind Joe Death' from 1963. This work further solidified his reputation as an innovative guitarist and composer, showcasing a mature blend of traditional influences and experimental sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leo Kottke· Bert Jansch· Nick Drake
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Yellow Princess 4:53
- 2 View (East From the Top of the Riggs Road/B & O Trestle) 4:56
- 3 Lion 5:10
- 4 March! For Martin Luther King 3:43
- 5 The Singing Bridge of Memphis, Tennessee 2:53
- 6 Dance of the Inhabitants of the Invisible City of Bladensburg 4:10
- 7 Charles A. Lee: In Memoriam 4:02
- 8 Irish Setter 7:17
- 9 Commemorative Transfiguration and Communion at Magruder Park 6:00
- 10 The John Fahey Sampler, Themes and Variations 8:43
- 11 Fare Forward Voyagers, 1965 4:53
- 12 Steel Guitar Medley 9:23
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