Tuckbox
Nick Drake · 2014
216 min · 71 tracks · folk music
Haunting melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating an ethereal soundscape that lingers long after the final note fades.
Top tracks — play these first
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River Man — The song features an evocative combination of intricate guitar work and haunting vocals, encapsulating Drake's signature style of melancholic beauty.
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Northern Sky — This track stands out with its lush instrumentation and heartfelt lyrics, often cited as one of Drake's most moving compositions that resonates deeply with listeners.
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'Cello Song — With its delicate arrangement and introspective lyrics, this song showcases Drake's ability to blend classical elements with folk sensibilities, highlighting his unique artistry.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- ethereal soundscapes for introspection
- for quiet afternoons
- soothing melodies that linger
- delicate themes of longing
- immersive listening for deep focus
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat party tracks
- prefering short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released posthumously in 2014, Tuckbox compiles Nick Drake's essential works from the late 1960s and early 1970s. This collection appears years after his tragic death in 1974, reflecting his enduring influence on folk music and baroque pop. It serves as a testament to Drake's artistic legacy and the growing appreciation for his music over time.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Vashti Bunyan· John Martyn· Sandy Denny
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Time Has Told Me 4:27
- 2 River Man 4:22
- 3 Three Hours 6:15
- 4 Way to Blue 3:11
- 5 Day Is Done 2:28
- 6 ’Cello Song 4:48
- 7 The Thoughts of Mary Jane 3:22
- 8 Man in a Shed 3:55
- 9 Fruit Tree 4:49
- 10 Saturday Sun 4:05
Disc 2
- 1 Introduction 1:32
- 2 Hazey Jane II 3:46
- 3 At the Chime of a City Clock 4:45
- 4 One of These Things First 4:51
- 5 Hazey Jane I 4:29
- 6 Bryter Layter 3:22
- 7 Fly 3:00
- 8 Poor Boy 6:09
- 9 Northern Sky 3:45
- 10 Sunday 3:43
Disc 3
- 1 Pink Moon 2:06
- 2 Place to Be 2:43
- 3 Road 2:02
- 4 Which Will 2:58
- 5 Horn 1:23
- 6 Things Behind the Sun 3:57
- 7 Know 2:25
- 8 Parasite 3:36
- 9 Free Ride 3:06
- 10 Harvest Breed 1:37
- 11 From the Morning 2:32
Disc 4
- 1 Rider on the Wheel 2:37
- 2 Magic 2:45
- 3 River Man 4:01
- 4 Joey 3:03
- 5 Thoughts of Mary Jane 3:38
- 6 Mayfair 2:11
- 7 Hanging on a Star 3:23
- 8 Three Hours 5:11
- 9 Clothes of Sand 2:31
- 10 Voices 3:46
- 11 Time of No Reply 2:48
- 12 Black Eyed Dog 3:34
- 13 Tow the Line 2:16
Disc 5
- 1 Come in to the Garden 0:32
- 2 They’re Leaving Me Behind 3:17
- 3 Time Piece 0:43
- 4 Poor Mum 1:38
- 5 Winter Is Gone 2:43
- 6 All My Trials 1:55
- 7 Kegelstatt Trio 1:13
- 8 Strolling Down the Highway 2:50
- 9 Paddling in Rushmere 0:24
- 10 Cocaine Blues 2:59
- 11 Blossom 2:41
- 12 Been Smoking Too Long 2:13
- 13 Black Mountain Blues 2:36
- 14 Tomorrow Is a Long Time 3:42
- 15 If You Leave Me 2:02
- 16 Here Come the Blues 3:53
- 17 Sketch 1 1:00
- 18 Blues Run the Game 2:24
- 19 Milk and Honey 2:59
- 20 Kimbie 3:26
- 21 Bird Flew By 2:54
- 22 Rain 3:07
- 23 Strange Meeting II 4:27
- 24 Day Is Done 2:20
- 25 Come Into the Garden 2:00
- 26 Way to Blue 2:52
- 27 Do You Ever Remember? 1:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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