John Fahey -Fare Forward Voyagers -Ace Record CD Grooves.land/Playthek

Details / Tracklist:

01. "When The Fire And The Rose Are One"

02. "Thus Krishna On The Battlefield"

03. "Fare Forward Voyagers"

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1973 Album

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Fare Forward Voyagers by John Fahey, released 6 September 2007, includes the following tracks: "Fare Forward Voyagers" and more. This version of Fare Forward Voyagers comes as a 1xCD. - 1973 ALBUM

2007 reissue for John Fahey's 1973 Takoma release, his only non-Christian religious recording. Released for the first time with it's original sleeve, the packaging also includes facsimiles of the "Yogaville West" leaflet that accompanied the first pressings. The album consists of three long tracks recorded in tribute to Swami Satchidananda. Fahey later said 'Probably the primary reason I got involved with them was that I fell in love with Swami Satchidananda's secretary Shanti Norris. So I was doing benefits for them, hoping to score points with her, and along the way I learned a lot of hatha yoga.' Takoma.

Originally released in 1973 as Takoma LP 1035. Original LP and memorabilia courtesy of Roger Armstrong. Recorded at United Recording Corp., Hollywood. Original LP mastered at Location Sound, Burbank. CD mastered at Sound Mastering Ltd. "Made in Germany" printed on back cover and disc art. Packaging: standard plastic jewel box case, clear tray, 8 page stapled cover booklet. Total time: 44:15

"Fare Forward Voyagers" is a seminal album by the legendary American guitarist John Fahey, released in 1973 and now available on CD from Ace Records. This record stands as one of Fahey?s most ambitious works, featuring three extended instrumental compositions that blend American folk traditions with Indian ragas and avant-garde influences. The music takes listeners on an introspective journey through intricate fingerpicking patterns, meditative melodies, and hypnotic rhythms. "Fare Forward Voyagers" showcases Fahey's innovative approach to acoustic guitar, pushing the boundaries of what solo instrumental music can achieve. John Fahey was a pioneering figure in American music, widely regarded as the father of "American Primitive Guitar." Over his prolific career spanning more than four decades, he released numerous influential albums such as "The Transfiguration of Blind Joe Death," "America," and "Days Have Gone By." His unique style fused blues, folk, classical elements, and experimental sounds?earning him critical acclaim and inspiring generations of musicians worldwide. Ace Records is a renowned British label known for its high-quality reissues across genres like rock ?n? roll, soul, jazz, blues, country and more. Since its founding in 1978 in London, Ace has built a reputation for meticulous remastering processes and comprehensive liner notes that enrich every release. Their dedication to preserving musical heritage makes them the perfect home for classic albums like John Fahey?s "Fare Forward Voyagers."

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TAK 7035

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