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.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fairport Convention· Pentangle· The Albion Band
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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