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They Called Her Babylon

Steeleye Span · 2004

55 min · 11 tracks · folk rock · psychedelic folk

A tapestry of traditional narratives woven with intricate melodies and modern folk sensibilities.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • narrative flow invites deep listening
  • immersive storytelling through melodies
  • evocative themes of loss and

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, upbeat tracks
  • seek standalone hits over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2004, 'They Called Her Babylon' marked Steeleye Span's return after a six-year hiatus following the album 'Present - The Very Best of Steeleye Span'. By this time, the band had evolved through various lineup changes and was exploring new interpretations of folk music while remaining rooted in their classic sound.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Van Diemen's Land 4:52
  • 2 Samain 5:58
  • 3 Heir of Linne 6:49
  • 4 Bride's Farewell 4:17
  • 5 They Called Her Babylon 6:19
  • 6 Mantle of Green 5:22
  • 7 Bede's Death Song 0:41
  • 8 Diversus and Lazarus 6:43
  • 9 Si Begh Si Mohr 4:12
  • 10 Child Owlet 5:07
  • 11 What's the Life of a Man? 5:29

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