The best Roy Harper albums
20 records, ordered by how much we can tell you about each one — not by chart position.
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Stormcock
1971
Captures Harper's intricate guitar work and lyrical depth, providing a cohesive experience that showcases his traditional folk sound.
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Flat Baroque and Berserk
1970
A tapestry of emotive folk melodies woven with sharp social commentary and introspective lyrics.
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Valentine
1974
A contemplative blend of folk and rock, layered with intricate storytelling and vivid imagery.
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Lifemask
1973
A reflective tapestry of traditional folk that intertwines poignant storytelling with intricate acoustic arrangements.
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The Unknown Soldier
1980
A poignant blend of traditional folk melodies and introspective lyrics, evoking a sense of both nostalgia and social commentary.
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Loony on the Bus
1988
A whimsical blend of folk storytelling and sharp social commentary wrapped in melodic guitar lines and introspective lyrics.
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Work of Heart
1982
A poignant blend of traditional folk melodies and introspective lyrics that explore the human condition with deep emotional resonance.
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Once
1990
A contemplative blend of traditional folk melodies and introspective lyrics woven together in a tapestry of acoustic textures.
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Whatever Happened to Jugula?
1985
A reflective blend of folk melodies and introspective lyrics that weave through personal and social themes.
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Bullinamingvase
1977
A reflective tapestry of folk melodies intertwined with poetic storytelling and gentle instrumentation that invites introspection.
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The Dream Society
1998
A poignant blend of acoustic folk and introspective lyricism, reflecting on love, society, and personal struggles.
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Commercial Breaks
1994
An introspective blend of folk storytelling and melodic exploration, highlighting the complexities of love and societal observations.
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Descendants of Smith
1988
A reflective journey blending whimsical narratives with poignant folk melodies and Harper's unmistakable vocal warmth.
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Born in Captivity
1984
An intricate tapestry of traditional folk sounds intertwined with poignant storytelling and emotive vocals, capturing a wide range of human experience.
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Sophisticated Beggar
1966
A blend of introspective lyrics and intricate melodies that weave traditional folk with playful whimsy.
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Folkjokeopus
1969
A sprawling tapestry of folk melodies intertwined with poetic lyricism and experimental structures that challenge traditional forms.
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Death or Glory?
1992
A reflective tapestry of folk sounds woven with poignant storytelling and existential musings set against a backdrop of contemporary issues.
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Come Out Fighting Ghengis Smith
1968
A sprawling blend of traditional folk and poetic lyricism, captured through intricate melodies and vivid storytelling.
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Poems, Speeches, Thoughts and Doodles
1997
A whimsical blend of spoken word and folk melodies that reflects on society with biting humor and introspection.
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Man and Myth
2013
A reflective blend of folk and introspective lyrics, weaving personal narratives with expansive musical landscapes.
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Stormcock Start here
1971
An intimate blend of intricate guitar work and poetic storytelling that encapsulates the essence of British folk music.