FAIRPORT CONVENTION -FROM CROPREDY TO PORTMEIRION -TALKING ELEPHANT CD Grooves.land/Playthek

Details / Tracklist:

01. "The Eynsham poacher"

02. "Bird from the mountain"

03. "London river"

04. "Honour and praise"

05. "From a distance"

06. "On the floor"

07. "Red and gold"

08. "Portmeirion"
Medley
Lark in the morning
Matty groves
Rutland reels

09. "Sack the juggler"

10. "Meet on the ledge"

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Description:

(P) Talking Elephant 2002 (C) Talking Elephant 2002 Made In England [per disc] Made In The U.K. [per rear Inlay] This is a reissue of the [url=http://www.discogs.com/release/5267396]1981 original cassette[/url] release by Woodworm Records, with 4 bonus tracks. "The notes which were included with the original cassette release are reproduced with this remastered CD, giving details of each song and why they were chosen. The recordings here span the years 1971 to 1974, and just a couple of different line-ups, along with one guest, past and future member Sandy Denny joining the band for several favourites and "That'll Be The Day", previously unrecorded by Fairport. All the versions here were only available on the original cassette, and have been unavailable for many years." - Ian Burgess, Friends Of Fairport Sept 2002 1 : Recorded at Sydney Opera House Jan.1974 2, 9 : Kingston-upon-Thames Polytechnics Dec.1972 3, 5 : Recorded at San Antonio, Texas, Oct.1971 4, 8 : Recorded at the Troubadour, Los Angeles, Feb.1974 6 : Recorded at Kent University, Canterbury, Nov.1972 7 : The Rainbow Theatre, London, Dec.1973 10, 11 : Recorded at Clark's University, USA, Apr.1974 12 : Recorded in London, England, Dec.1973 13 : Recorded in Frankfurt, 1971 _________________________________________________ Track 6 "Furs And Feathers" is written "Firs And Feathers" in the booklet This release is substantially the same as [r7065829], but with different barcode.

"FROM CROPREDY TO PORTMEIRION" is a captivating CD release by the legendary British folk-rock band Fairport Convention, produced by Talking Elephant. This album captures live performances from two iconic festivals?Cropredy and Portmeirion?showcasing the band's enduring musicianship and their ability to connect with audiences across generations. The tracklist features both classic hits and newer material, reflecting Fairport Convention's evolution while staying true to their roots in traditional British folk music blended with rock influences. Formed in 1967, Fairport Convention are widely regarded as pioneers of the English folk-rock movement, celebrated for albums like "Liege & Lief" and "Unhalfbricking." Their influence on contemporary folk music is immense, earning them numerous awards including a BBC Lifetime Achievement Award. Talking Elephant Records specializes in reissuing classic rock and folk recordings, ensuring that timeless music remains accessible to new listeners.

Manufacturer No.:

TECD 042

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