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- Liege & Lief (1969) “Sandy Denny is possibly the best ever singer in folk music, accompanied by one of the best folk guitarists in Richard Thompson. The rest of the band are also extremely talented, creating a band overall with talent among the greatest groups.
- Unhalfbricking (1969) “This album, as usual for the Fairports, marked a personnel change for the band with the departure of vocalist Ian Matthews who went on to form Southern Comfort and who had a hit in Britain with his version of Woodstock.
- What We Did On Our Holidays (1969) “Another classic album from Fairport Convention. This is beautiful folk/rock music with both Sandy Denny and Richard Thompson on top form.
- Full House (1970) “Their HOUSE FULL album shows what they could do live. If someone asked me to clue them in on Fairport it is this album I would choose.
FAIRPORT CONVENTION recorded a Farewell - Live -Album in 1979, 'Farewell, Farewell', but continued to record throughout the 80's and 90's with changing line-ups a series of Traditional-Folk-Rock records. 'Unhalfbricking', 'Liege and Lief', 'Full House' and 'Live Convention' are highly recommended.
The top ranked albums by Fairport Convention are Liege & Lief, Unhalfbricking and What We Did On Our Holidays. The top rated tracks by Fairport Convention are Matty Groves, Genesis Hall, Autopsy, Who Knows Where The Time Goes? and Fotheringay.
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1968, 6/10 Although they’re known as English traditionalists, Fairport Convention started their career more influenced by American groups like Jefferson Airplane than by traditional folk. Guitarists Richard Thompson and Simon Nicol, drummer Martin Lamble and bassist Ashley “Tyger” Hutchings would all stay with the group through their transition int...
1969, 8.5/10 The first of three (!!) excellent studio albums that Fairport Convention released in 1969, What We Did On Our Holidays marks a rapid transition from a talented but unfocused young band, to a folk-rock band with a much clearer direction. Sandy Denny joined the band before What We Did On Our Holidays, sharing vocals with Ian Matthews; sh...
1969, 8/10 Unhalfbricking is a worthy follow-up to What We Did On Our Holidays. Again there’s a mixture of originals from Sandy Denny and Richard Thompson, and Bob Dylan covers. The significant addition to Fairport Convention’s scope is the 11 minute cover of the traditional ‘A Sailor’s Life’, which features extended instrumental passages from Rich...
1969, 10/10 After briefly contemplating breaking up following the serious van accident that claimed the life of drummer Martin Lamble, Fairport Convention recruited new drummer Dave Mattacks. Fiddler Dave Swarbrick was also bought on board as an official member, leading the group into a more folk-focused sound. Delving deeper into the traditional v...
1970, 7.5/10 When Sandy Denny left Fairport Convention to form Fotheringay, the group justifiably decided that they were unable to find another vocalist who measured up to her, so they continued with Dave Swarbrick and Richard Thompson on lead vocals. Ashley Hutchings also left to form Steeleye Span and was replaced by Dave Pegg, a more capable bas...
A comprehensive review of the British folk-rock band's first five albums, from 1968 to 1970. Learn about their lineup changes, musical influences, and highlights from their debut to Liege & Lief.
Founded in 1967 and initially covering songs by artists such as Bob Dylan and Joni Mitchell, they developed a devoted niche following by providing electrified and upbeat versions of traditional folk tunes alongside their own compositions.
Jul 14, 2019 · On the website Acclaimed Music, Liege & Lief is ranked as Fairport Convention’s best album, and the 446th best album of all time, while Unhalfbricking is also highly regarded. Liege & Lief is included in the original edition of 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die.
Explore Fairport Convention's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. Learn all about Fairport Convention on AllMusic.
