Volume 3 cover

Volume 3

Fabrizio De André · 1968

27 min · 10 tracks · traditional folk music

Folk-infused storytelling intertwines with poignant melodies, evoking the essence of Italian cultural heritage.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • poignant melodies for reflection
  • short narratives with emotional weight
  • gradual build to thoughtful closure
  • cultural storytelling in every track

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer album experiences
  • seek upbeat party tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
Italian folk tales· war protest imagery· ephemeral love stories
Career context
Released in 1968, 'Volume 3' is Fabrizio De André's third studio album, following his breakthrough record 'Tutti morimmo a stento'. At this point in his career, De André was solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in Italian folk music, exploring deeper lyrical themes and innovative arrangements that distinguished him from his contemporaries.
Stylistic neighbors
Lucinda Williams· Nick Drake· Leonard Cohen
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Songs of Leonard Cohen by Leonard Cohen — Similar blend of poetic storytelling and folk melodies with deep emotional resonance.
Farewell, Angelina by Joan Baez — Shares an emphasis on lyrical depth and social themes within a rich folk tradition.
When by Vincent Gallo — Explores intimate narratives and melancholic melodies that echo the essence of folk storytelling.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 La canzone di Marinella 3:16
  • 2 Il gorilla 2:57
  • 3 La ballata dell’eroe 2:32
  • 4 S’i’ fosse foco 1:12
  • 5 Amore che vieni, amore che vai 2:49
  • 6 La guerra di Piero 3:01
  • 7 Il testamento 3:45
  • 8 Nell’acqua della chiara fontana 2:17
  • 9 La ballata del Michè 2:51
  • 10 Il re fa rullare i tamburi 3:10

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