The albums that define
skiffle.
Our picks for where to start with skiffle — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top skiffle artists
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The skiffle essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Cliff Richard
Songs from Heathcliff
Rich, melodious pop arrangements meet introspective storytelling, echoing the emotional depth of classic romantic themes.
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Cliff Richard
Wanted
A heartfelt collection of classic covers, blending contemporary pop sensibilities with timeless lyrical themes of love and longing.
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Lonnie Donegan
King of Skiffle
A vibrant collection of folk-infused rhythms and catchy melodies that encapsulates the charm of British skiffle music.
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Bill Wyman
Monkey Grip
A fusion of blues rock and rhythm and blues, laced with playful lyrics and a gritty, laid-back groove.
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Bill Wyman
Stone Alone
A vibrant mix of blues rock and rhythm and blues that showcases Wyman's playful songwriting and distinct bass-driven sound.
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The Quarrymen
Songs We Remember
A nostalgic blend of rock and roll classics infused with the raw energy of skiffle and blues.
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The Quarrymen
Get Back – Together
A spirited collection of early rock and roll covers infused with the raw energy of skiffle and blues.
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Hugues Aufray
New Yorker
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Hugues Aufray
Troubador since 1948
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Adjacent sounds
By decade
Where skiffle landed in each era.