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Live at My Fathers Place, 1974 [ CD / Album ]

Live at My Fathers Place, 1974

SKU: CD98572 Barcode: 0089353318727
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  • Released Date: 04 May 2015

  • Genre: Folk

Our Take

Get ready to set sail on a folk-rock adventure with Fairport Convention's electrifying live album, captured at My Father's Place in 1974. This legendary British band proves that they've still got it, delivering a rousing performance that will leave you tapping your foot and wishing you were born in a different era. From the moment the opening chords of "Matty Groves" reverberate through the venue, you know you're in for a treat. Sandy Denny's hauntingly beautiful vocals soar over Richard Thompson's blistering guitar solos, creating a magical atmosphere that transports you back to the heyday of the folk-rock scene. Tracks like "Sloth" and "Rosie" showcase the band's tight musicianship, with each member shining in their own right. Dave Swarbrick's fiddle playing adds a touch of melancholy to the proceedings, while Dave Pegg's bass lines anchor the band's sound with a solid groove. The energy in the room is palpable as the band launches into fan favourite "A Sailor's Life", with Fairport Convention demonstrating why they are considered pioneers of the genre. By the time they reach the epic closer "Sir Patrick Spens", you'll be left breathless and begging for more. Fairport Convention Live at My Father's Place, 1974 is a must-listen for any fan of folk-rock music. So grab your pint of ale, put on your dancing shoes, and prepare to be transported to a bygone era of musical magic. Cheers!

Track Listing

Disc: 1
1. Matty Groves
2. Solo
3. It'll Take a Long Time
4. Dirty Linen
5. Brilliancy Medley-cherokee Shuffle
6. Like an Old Fashioned Waltz
7. Ballad of Ned Kelly
8. Hexamshire Lass
9. John the Gun
10. Down in the Flood
11. Sir B McKenzie

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