The Kingston Trio No. 16
The Kingston Trio · 1963
30 min · 12 tracks · traditional folk music
A vibrant blend of traditional folk melodies and storytelling that captures the spirit of early 1960s America.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady pacing for leisurely listening vibrant storytelling with historical themes for sing-alongs with friends
- Context
- Released in early 1963, 'The Kingston Trio No. 16' was the group's sixth studio album, following their successful 'The Kingston Trio at Large.' At this point, the Trio had solidified their place in the folk music scene, riding the wave of the folk revival that marked American music during the late 1950s and early 1960s.
- If you like
- traditional folk music
The Kingston Trio No. 16 is an album by The Kingston Trio, released in 1963. A vibrant blend of traditional folk melodies and storytelling that captures the spirit of early 1960s America. 'The Kingston Trio No. 16' showcases the band's continued commercial success, charting on the Billboard albums chart and contributing to the popularity of folk music in mainstream culture. The album includes notable tracks like 'Reverend Mr. Black,' which became a defining song for the group and highlighted their storytelling prowess. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Kingston Trio No. 16 sound like?
A vibrant blend of traditional folk melodies and storytelling that captures the spirit of early 1960s America. Rooted in traditional folk music.
What makes The Kingston Trio No. 16 by The Kingston Trio notable?
'The Kingston Trio No. 16' showcases the band's continued commercial success, charting on the Billboard albums chart and contributing to the popularity of folk music in mainstream culture. The album includes notable tracks like 'Reverend Mr. Black,' which became a defining song for the group and highlighted their storytelling prowess. Released in early 1963, 'The Kingston Trio No. 16' was the group's sixth studio album, following their successful 'The Kingston Trio at Large.' At this point, the Trio had solidified their place in the folk music scene, riding the wave of the folk revival that marked American music during the late 1950s and early 1960s.
Who is The Kingston Trio No. 16 for?
The Kingston Trio No. 16 works well if you're into steady pacing for leisurely listening, vibrant storytelling with historical themes and for sing-alongs with friends.
How many songs are on The Kingston Trio No. 16?
The Kingston Trio No. 16 has 12 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Reverend Mr. Black Standout 2:59
- 2 Road to Freedom 2:15
- 3 River Run Down 2:41
- 4 Big Ball in Town 1:58
- 5 One More Round 2:48
- 6 Oh Joe Hannah 1:35
- 7 Run the Ridges 2:43
- 8 Try to Remember Standout 3:05
- 9 Mark Twain 2:34
- 10 Low Bridge 2:03
- 11 Ballad of the Quiet Fighter 3:19
- 12 La Bamba Standout 2:09
Release Date
January 1, 1963
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
30 min 9 sec
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