The Pentangle
Pentangle · 1968
53 min · 15 tracks · folk rock · jazz · contemporary folk music
A rich tapestry of folk and jazz intertwines, showcasing intricate arrangements and haunting harmonies.
The Pentangle is an album by Pentangle, released in 1968. A rich tapestry of folk and jazz intertwines, showcasing intricate arrangements and haunting harmonies. This album is notable for its innovative fusion of genres, helping to pave the way for the folk-rock movement of the late 1960s. It received critical acclaim upon release and has continued to influence artists within the folk and jazz genres, highlighting the band's role in shaping a new direction for British folk music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Pentangle sound like?
A rich tapestry of folk and jazz intertwines, showcasing intricate arrangements and haunting harmonies. Rooted in folk rock and jazz.
What makes The Pentangle by Pentangle notable?
This album is notable for its innovative fusion of genres, helping to pave the way for the folk-rock movement of the late 1960s. It received critical acclaim upon release and has continued to influence artists within the folk and jazz genres, highlighting the band's role in shaping a new direction for British folk music. The Pentangle, released in May 1968, was Pentangle's debut album, marking the beginning of their significant impact on the British folk scene. At this point, the band was still forming their identity, blending traditional music with contemporary influences like jazz and blues, which would define their sound in subsequent releases.
How many songs are on The Pentangle?
The Pentangle has 15 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Let No Man Steal Your Thyme Standout 2:48
- 2 Bells 4:02
- 3 Hear My Call 3:08
- 4 Pentangling 7:14
- 5 Mirage 2:02
- 6 Way Behind the Sun Standout 3:11
- 7 Bruton Town Standout 5:20
- 8 Waltz 5:06
- 9 Koan (alternate version) 2:10
- 10 The Wheel (alternate version) 2:00
- 11 The Casbah (alternate version) 2:17
- 12 Bruton Town (edit 1/5/3) 5:15
- 13 Hear My Call (alternate version) 3:18
- 14 Way Behind the Sun (alternate version) 2:49
- 15 Way Behind the Sun (instrumental) 2:37
Release Date
May 17, 1968
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
53 min 24 sec
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