This CD actually came in a box of 5 CDs that contains the first 5 albums by Fairport Convention. While I have heard about Fairport Convention since I was in my late teens, I never really listened to them. I was a little familiar with their extraordinary guitarist, Richard Thompson - especially through his solo work. However, I had never taken the time to listen to the band even though people told me that I would enjoy them. You know what? I should have listened to my friends.
This is their first album and I can understand the appeal. Fairport is often characterized as a folk-rock band and that makes sense. This not folk-rock like The Byrds, however. There is something more classic, more traditional, more British about Fairport. To get a taste of what they do, check out Chelsea Morning and then the haunting and beautiful, Sun Shade. Very good stuff.
The Arch Angel
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