The Absolutely Essential 3CD Collection [ CD / Box Set ]

Name: The Absolutely Essential 3CD Collection
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The Absolutely Essential 3CD Collection

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Released Date: 01 Jun 2015
Genre: Folk

Our Take

Joan Baez, the folk queen herself, graces us with her timeless tunes in The Absolutely Essential 3CD Collection. This box set is like a musical time capsule, allowing listeners to bask in the glory of Baez's angelic voice and poignant lyrics. Disc one kicks things off with classics like "Diamonds and Rust" and "Farewell, Angelina," transporting us back to the heyday of the 60s folk scene. Baez's emotive delivery and exquisite guitar work are as captivating as ever, proving why she is a true legend in the music world. Moving onto disc two, we are treated to a mix of traditional folk songs and covers, all given the Baez treatment. Her interpretation of iconic tracks like "House of the Rising Sun" and "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down" is nothing short of mesmerising, showcasing her ability to make any song her own. By the time we reach disc three, we are deep in Baez's world, completely entranced by her storytelling and musical prowess. From the haunting "Silver Dagger" to the rousing "Joe Hill," each track is a reminder of why Baez is hailed as one of the greatest folk singers of all time. Overall, The Absolutely Essential 3CD Collection is a must-have for any folk music aficionado. Baez's legacy truly shines through in this compilation, reminding us why her music continues to captivate audiences decades after its initial release. Don't miss out on this timeless gem of an album.

Track Listing

Disc: 1
1. Silver Dagger
2. East Virginia
3. Fare Thee Well (10,000 Miles)
4. House of the Rising Sun
5. All My Trials
6. Wildwood Flower
7. Donna Donna
8. John Riley
9. Rake and Rambling Boy
10. Little Moses
11. Mary Hamilton
12. Henry Martin
13. El Preso Numero Nueve (The Ninth Prisoner)
14. Wagoner's Lad
15. The Trees They Do Grow High
16. The Lily of the West
17. Silkie

Disc: 2
1. Engine 143
2. Once I Knew a Pretty Girl
3. Lonesome Road
4. Banks of the Ohio
5. Pal of Mine
6. Barbara Allen
7. The Cherry Tree Carol
8. Old Blue
9. Railroad Boy
10. Plaisir D'amour
11. Babe I'm Gonna Leave You
12. Geordie (Child No. 209)
13. Copper Kettle
14. Kumbaya
15. What Have They Done to the Rain?
16. Black Is the Colour of My True Love's Hair
17. Danger Waters (Hold Me Tight)

Disc: 3
1. Gospel Ship (When We're Travelling Through the Air)
2. The House Carpenter (Child No. 243)
3. Pretty Boy Floyd
4. Lady Mary
5. Ate Amanha (Until Tomorrow)
6. Matty Groves (Child No. 81)
7. Banks of the Ohio
8. O What a Beautiful City
9. Sail Away Ladies
10. Black Is the Colour
11. Lowlands
12. What You Gonna Call Your Pretty Little Baby
13. Kitty (With Bill Wood)
14. So Soon the Morning (With Bill Wood)
15. Careless Love (With Bill Wood)
16. Don't Weep After Me (With Ted Alevizos and Bill Wood)