Jun 22 2021
5
The Guitar work on Smokey river is so good. This albums feels like would I listen to if I was a hobo drifting trains. But on a serious note, I feel like I can feel this albums influence on a lot of my favorite music. Needle of Death is just amazing honestly. I find it absoluely haunting. A proper rambling album.
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Mar 17 2021
4
This is so lovely. It's really understated, just a guy enjoying his guitar and a few songs. There are errors throughout, dud notes, something a bit off key, but that makes it better. It's like using something that's been handmade rather than manufactured. A log cabin in among a bunch of condos. Really relaxing, I like lots.
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Jan 18 2023
5
His difficulty with finishing songs cleanly is the big clue to my untutored ear that this was a home recording. This is a lovely album.
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Mar 16 2023
5
Loved this album. Beautiful guitar parts and some dark lyrics to match. Simple and effective songwriting, an album that is never afraid to let the guitar tell the story.
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Dec 15 2022
5
Men with acoustic guitars has to be one of my favourite genders
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Dec 16 2021
5
This one is also terrific. I'm surprised Bert has never come up during the Nick Drake renaissance since they are cut from similar cloth. Lots of small instrumental interludes in between longer songs.
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Feb 19 2021
5
This was great. Love a guitar picker. I've never heard of Bert Jansch but I'm a fan now. This is how I hear myself when I pick up a guitar, just before I touch the strings...
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Apr 05 2021
5
Love this album considering the time of release and clear influences on musicians that followed. The songwriting is very good and the guitar playing in particular is amazing.
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Jan 18 2024
5
Wonderful handmade music - feels like a concert in a small Club
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Nov 08 2022
5
Nice guitar! And sad, raspy voice. It reminds me of a person I met in Vietnam, who used to play the guitar in bars around the West Lake. He was blind, but he was the damn best guitar I'd ever heard.
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Oct 15 2021
5
I love love love this. Hauntingly beautiful. Gorgeous Tim Buckley-esque sound.
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Jun 16 2021
4
skillful bluesy folk, inject this shit into my veins. surprised he's British
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May 15 2021
4
super cool, and kind of interestingly timeless. it certainly doesn't feel like anything i'd think of from an album from 1964. i really like that - and this is gonna sound maybe kinda pretentious, but here goes - it sounds like he's playing on old strings. like, on a lot of albums you can just about smell the new nickel, but these just sound like whatever he had on - no super tinny highs, not ultra-clean or anything, just a great warm sound.
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May 09 2025
4
โญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ
1001 ALBUMS- # 37
Bert Jansch the minimalist man!
A self-titled easy listening little ditty of an album, from an understated musician poetically strumming acoustic folksy with his heart indelibly on his sleeve.
I had never heard of Mr. Jansch, rather surprisingly as there are clear echoes of Dylan and Drake, quite a delightful discovery that I really enjoyed listening through this evening. No production tricks here, just a simplistic analogue recording of an artist conveying his authentic thoughts and feelings vulnerably through his guitar.
๐ง Classic Track:
Needle of Death
๐ง Deep Cut Gem:
Running From Home
๐ง personal Favorite:
Strolling Down The Highway
This album would make for a wonderful companion piece to sitting by a campfire, driving through the countryside on a crisp autumn day or just unwinding at the end of the week with your beverage if choice.
๐ผ๏ธ Album Artwork:
Perfectly suits the aesthetic of these tunes
๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ณ๓ ฃ๓ ด๓ ฟ Bonus marks for Bert hailing from Scotland, however it is his subtle vocals that really allow the songwriting to shine. It is rather curious that he is not more well known, especially with a prolific catalogue of 26 albums!
Hit the Thumbs Up icon below if you enjoyed my take on the album :)
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May 10 2023
4
This is great. His voice is really interesting and emotive, and his guitarwork is phenomenal and super forward-thinking for having come out in 65. I can hear influence from him on a lot of modern stuff I listen to.
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Apr 01 2021
4
How can you not love an honest man and his guitar?
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Jan 06 2023
2
The album's production value is intimate, simple, and unpolished which compliments the artist-and-their-guitar format well. The tender musical delivery belies how serious the lyrics are. While the album fits in somewhere on the folk spectrum between Nick Drake and Dylan's earlier work, it doesn't really rise to the greatness of either of those comparisons in my armchair music critic mind.
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Mar 19 2025
5
really nice mid-60s folk album. i had known of bert jansch, but never listened to an album from him, so i'm very glad i finally had the chance to. a little reminiscent of his contemporaries (bob dylan, paul simon, donovan) but very much his own thing. the production is very classically a folk production - just a man and his guitar - and the songwriting and guitar playing is really nice. my favorite song was 'needle of death' but i really think you can't go wrong with anything on here if you're into 60s folk. i also really liked his version of 'angie' which I knew from the Simon and Garfunkel version. perhaps it's not a mind-blowing album, but i enjoyed it and would like to explore his music further.
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Mar 20 2025
4
Would not have guessed this came out so long ago, although the style lends itself to be somewhat timeless. Amazing the emotions that can be expressed through such a stripped back, bare arrangements. Not the biggest fan of the folk/singer-songwriter genre but this was truly beautiful. Reminded me of a Jim Croce album I had back in the day.
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Mar 11 2025
4
I really liked this. I added a few songs to my playlist of favourites, Strolling Down The Highway, Running From Home and Angie. Apparently Iโve listened to Jansch a handful of times in the past but this is the first time Iโve paid attention to him. Heโs on a similar level to Nick Drake, another favourite Iโve discovered via this project, and heโs someone I will surely investigate further.
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Apr 07 2023
4
The true genius behind this album is Jansch's ability to convey so much of the emotional spectrum with such spartan tools - acoustic guitar and voice, but mostly just guitar.
Yet with his fingers he coaxes out joy, melancholy, sadness and mystery. It sounds fresh now; upon release this must've gone off like a depth charge.
Highlights include 'I Have No Time', 'Casbah', the ostensibly sweet ode to addiction 'Needle of Death' and superlative closing instrumental 'Angie'.
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May 06 2022
4
The guitar on this album is phenomenal, and songs in short snippets really sells it for me. I think an instrumental version of this elevate it even further, but it is still a fantastic folk work.
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Feb 19 2021
4
Listened on Thursday when I was in a bad mood and this largely slid off my brain without leaving an impression. Listened again today when I was more receptive, and I had a much more positive experience. There are a few artists I love that have a similar guitar sound, but tend to be instrumental. Fave track " Instrumental Medley 1964" which is possibly a bonus track rather than being on the original album? ยฏ\_(ใ)_/ยฏ
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Mar 21 2025
3
7/10. At first I thought this was going to be like yesterday's album and be a bit uninspired. Whilst I'm not hugely into the slower, more melancholy style of blues in this album, I did find the whole thing growing on me. Particularly I enjoyed the instrumental tracks which exhibited some quite interesting guitar playing that captured my attention such as 'Alice's Wonderland', 'Smoker River' and 'Angie'. For this reason I find it hard to rate it lower than a 7 here.
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Jun 18 2024
3
My introduction to Bert Jansch was by way of Yo La Tengoโs fantastic cover of โNeedle of Deathโ on their Today is the Day EP from 2003. In fact, I can thank Yo La Tengo for turning me on to a lot of great music over the years and the fact that they are excluded from this list while the likes of the Zutons and the Beta Band are included (in the case of the Beta Band more than once) is an omission thatโs bugged me consistently while working through this list the last two years.
The aforementioned โNeedle of Deathโ is the highlight here for me, a harrowing tale of life cut short by heroin use. Neil Young fans may notice some similarities with โAmbulance Bluesโ from On the Beach.
As a whole, Janschโs self-titled record is impressive with its intricate guitar playing (a clear influence on the work of Nick Drake) and often somber songs, even if you might have to be in the right type of mood for it.
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Jan 12 2024
3
Classic sound, never heard off the artist
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Jan 12 2024
3
Paul simon ish guitar playing. Very old school pick type playing. Chill music.
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May 02 2023
3
Iโm not a fan of folk so I didnโt have high expectations at all but this is the best folk album Iโve ever heard. Sparse is the word here, itโs only Bert and his guitar, but he fills the room with glorious music. His guitar playing is also exemplary, so good I had to listen to this twice.
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Nov 21 2022
3
I'm never sure what yo make of undemanding albums like this. One's relationship with them is less about the music itself, and more about the circumstances in which it meets one. I'm in my office on an unexpectedly sweltering November morning, construction work assailing me from the street. I can appreciate Jansch (whom I had heard of, a lot, but never heard) clinically, but there's little chance of a musical epiphany or whatever.
I'll try to remember to listen to this at home some evening and reevaluate more closely. For the moment, perfectly fine for what it is.
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Aug 12 2021
3
Never heard of Bert Jansch before. Very fitting sound for the 60's. Not bad by any means, but not an album I would seek out.
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Mar 05 2025
2
If youโve ever been to an open mic night at a pub or coffee house, youโve heard something like this: a guy and his guitar playing original music when everyone really wishes heโd just play covers.
Itโs fine I guess but ultimately so banal that Iโm deducting a star for taking Heart or Neutral Milk Hotel (or any other better musicโs) spot.
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Apr 08 2024
2
Sluggish.
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Jul 20 2025
5
All good, there's something to be said for an album that is basically one man and a guitar which gets better with each listen. It's also the best part for 60 years old and it feels relevant in any era.
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Jul 12 2025
5
Cool guitar-playing
I like cool guitar-playing
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Jul 04 2025
5
It has a real jon Denver feel. I liked it.
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May 19 2025
5
Absolutely fantastic album! Bert Jansch's soulful vocals along with his masterful guitar work made for a really wonderful listening experience.
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May 18 2025
5
This is exactly the kind of stuff I came here for. Music made for the sake of making music. Zero expectation of success. Full of authentic, genuine soul, and raw talent. A revelation.
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May 11 2025
5
Bert Jansch - the technical guitarist for real guitarists. Len Houmous - the technical lover for real lovers! 4.7
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May 02 2025
5
To truly stand out as a acoustic folk artist, you need a standout voice and top tier plucking skills. Bert displayed both o. His self-titled debut. Remarkable guitar strumming on this record. I enjoyed the lyrics Bert gave us here but I caught my arm hair rising to his beautiful instrumental tracks. Dude plucks hard and Iโm here for it. 5 stars
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Apr 17 2025
5
a HUGE missing link in my knowledge...mystical, starry, fingerpicky folk thats got some blues and jazz in the pot. a clear point of reference to so many future musicians its kinda crazy i didnt rly know anything ab him other than the name until just today ghjsdghjsd...theres deffo no nick drake without this guy and thats extremely Personally Vital. the strange and emotive lyrics are a highlight, but theres a reason why theres so many instrumentals...hearing him play rly is just that mesmerizing, and he's got a deep bag of technical and melodic tricks that make it feel like he's never repeating himself. honestly a little bit the best music ever made ghsjdshdj it just feels culturally rich and entirely personal and magical and earthy and calming and exhilarating and just ghjsdghjsd man. moments like this are why ive never even once felt the desire to stop doing this project thus far lol,
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Apr 04 2025
5
Arguably more enjoyable than Nick Drake. Wonderfully complex playing and beautiful singing.
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Mar 31 2025
5
Pretty incredible guitar work, bluesy folky vibe. Really raw and evocative. How is this guy not a household name
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Mar 28 2025
5
Fantastic guitar.
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Mar 26 2025
5
Excellent
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Mar 07 2025
5
Amazing. I was vaguely familiar with Bert Jansch before, but this was my first proper listen. What this man can do with just a passable voice and one acoustic guitar blows my mind. A real depth and ingenuity - virtuoso playing but in service of the song rather than just masturbatory showing off. I'll be coming back to this. Immediate 5.
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Mar 03 2025
5
Todayโs album was such a lovely one. IF I was to lick the sound waves, I think theyโd taste like hot chocolate. Iโve never heard of Bert Jansch before today, but this is that lovely kind of folk music like that of Carole King or Joni Mitchell thatโs rarely seen any more. Itโs like wrapping up in a warm blanket, but musically. After giving Rumours by Fleetwood Mac a perfect score yesterday, I felt it could only go downhill from there. But it didnโt. This was yet another delight.
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Feb 23 2025
5
This one came out of nowhere! I hadn't heard of Bert Jansch before, but I really liked this album. The history to it was really interesting as well, but it's just good old songwriting.
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Feb 12 2025
5
A nice collection of tunes created with just a guitar. The lyrics are authentic. Can see his influence on modern music. 5/5
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Jan 21 2025
5
I've always dug this kind of music. The guitar playing is way above average. Pretty impressive considering this is a 4 track demo. Outstanding album.
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Dec 11 2024
5
Goddamn. Casbah is *hot*.
Just lovely all around. Pure musicianship from a talented performer.
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Dec 11 2024
5
Wow, what a beautiful haunting raw album
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Nov 21 2024
5
I really enjoyed the songs without vocals. Maybe, I am unrefined or not cultured enough, but I just didn't get or enjoy this guys vocal choices.
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Nov 09 2024
5
No wonder Jansch has been an influence on so many guitarists (including Jimmy Page and Johnny Marr)โhis style is a blend of all sorts of techniques and countries, coming together to form something unique. Itโs so imperfect itโs practically flawless.
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Nov 01 2024
5
Great folk album
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Oct 31 2024
5
Brilliant stuff.
Just one man and his guitar. No one else. No fancy production. Just brilliant.
And if you wreathe Wiki article it shows what sh**s Led Zeppelin are!
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Oct 31 2024
5
Quรฉ bien suena!!! No lo conocรญa, pero creo que ha sido inspiraciรณn para muchos mรบsicos y cantautores que le siguieron. Me he guardado: "Needle of Death", "Rambling's Gonna Be the Death of Me", "Running From Home" y "Casbah" que es instrumental. Un gran disco que me hace reconciliarme con esta lista.
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Sep 12 2024
5
Bert Jansch was the Jimi Hendrix of the acoustic guitar. Superb debut album with incredible guitar playing that influenced countless musicians later.
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Sep 09 2024
5
Fantastic. Canโt believe this was produced in the mid 60โs
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Sep 01 2024
5
Wow, lived this, so simple but speaks to the heart
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Aug 19 2024
5
Absolute genius - would have been close to full marks even without the Scottish bonus point! Every song tells a story or evokes a feeling (or both!) and his influence is still being felt to this day - even by artists who may never have directly experienced his work.
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Jul 24 2024
5
This and Nick Drake have sold me on this slower, more intimate folk music. Bert is a great songwriter, and he is incredible at guitar. There are complex riffs and instrumental pieces throughout this album that were very technically impressive, hidden under the facade of simple folk music. There were several that I loved here: Needle of Death, Alice's Wonderland, Angie, The Casbah, and I Have No Time. Amazing album.
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Jun 27 2024
5
A definite whole album vibe rather than songs that hit you individually. Love it.
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Jun 24 2024
5
I'm a bit biased as I loved Bert- a legend in British folk.
I missed a chance to see him live shortly before he died and have always kicked myself for it.
This guy was one of the all time guitar greats. If you get chance what a documentary he did " Acoustic routes" where he meets some of his idols and plays with them.
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Jun 10 2024
5
Really cool singing and acoustic guitar. Thats it. Beautiful album. 9/10
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May 29 2024
5
Sometimes, a person and their guitar is all I need, from Skip James to Melanie to Josรฉ Gonzรกlez. And so, while looking forward to the Nick Drake albums, this a no-brainer. Have heard the name, but not the music - lovely! I needed to hear this, yes thank you. How had I not before? Makes me want to build my finger calluses again.
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May 20 2024
5
stuck deciding between 4 and 5 on this one for a while. After seeing what's up next I've decided not to be so precious about 5s.
Fantastic rhythmic sense, both in phrasing choices when keeping the meter straight, and knowing when to cut a bar short. Not done as much on this album, but Jansch's thing of bending a note in a chord to match the tension that belongs in a melody (ex. the Old Triangle) is so cool. He can stumble & slur & scramble like living poetry is supposed to. One of very few people I want to hear do arrangements of traditional songs. Except not in Pentangle, I guess.
Needle Of Death is great, & generated another great song in Ambulance Blues. The double tracked vocal (maybe?) at the chorus is incredible.
music: appreciated. (โโธ_โธ)
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May 10 2024
5
beautiful
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May 09 2024
5
I put the album and when it ended I realized I didn't even notice any of it happening. I put it again and I realized it's actually really good, I'm going to add it to my personal playlist of all the music I listen to.
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May 01 2024
5
folksy brilliance. loved it
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Apr 28 2024
5
I didnโt get to finish this whole album yet, which is unfortunate because so far itโs the first artist on this list that I was entirely unfamiliar with that I actually really enjoyed. Great songwriting, some really good guitar work, just all around good music. I will definitely be returning to this and listening to him more.
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Apr 19 2024
5
Amazing. Never even heard of the guy.
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Apr 10 2024
5
Beautiful acoustic guitar arrangements that inspire and entertain.
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Apr 08 2024
5
Bert Jansch's self-titled debut album, released in 1965, is a seminal work that solidified his reputation as one of the most influential figures in the British folk music revival. The album showcases Jansch's virtuosic guitar playing, distinctive voice, and songwriting prowess. Here's an in-depth review focusing on lyrics, music, production, themes, and influence, along with the album's pros and cons.
Lyrics:
The lyrics on "Bert Jansch" are characterized by their introspective and often melancholic nature. Jansch's storytelling is vivid, drawing listeners into a world of troubadours, lost loves, and existential contemplation. Tracks like "Strolling Down the Highway" and "Courting Blues" exemplify his ability to craft evocative narratives with a sparse yet poetic style. However, some may find the lyrical themes somewhat repetitive, as many songs explore similar themes of love and loneliness.
Music:
The musicality of "Bert Jansch" is where the album truly shines. Jansch's fingerstyle guitar playing is nothing short of masterful, showcasing intricate melodies, complex chord progressions, and dazzling fingerpicking techniques. His innovative approach to the guitar, influenced by traditional folk, blues, and jazz, sets him apart as a true pioneer of acoustic guitar music. Standout tracks like "Angie" and "Needle of Death" highlight his technical proficiency and emotional depth as a musician.
Production:
Produced by Bill Leader, the production on "Bert Jansch" is understated yet effective. The album has a raw, stripped-down quality that enhances its authenticity and intimacy. The focus remains squarely on Jansch's vocals and guitar work, with minimal overdubs or embellishments. While some listeners may prefer a more polished sound, the simplicity of the production allows Jansch's talent to shine through.
Themes:
Thematically, "Bert Jansch" delves into the human experience with a sense of wistfulness and introspection. Songs like "Oh My Babe" and "Running From Home" explore themes of longing and displacement, while others like "Veronica" and "Do You Hear Me Now?" touch on the complexities of romantic relationships. Throughout the album, there's a pervasive sense of longing and resignation, reflecting Jansch's own experiences and observations of the world around him.
Influence:
The influence of "Bert Jansch" on subsequent generations of musicians cannot be overstated. Jansch's innovative guitar techniques and emotive songwriting have had a profound impact on artists across genres, from folk and blues to rock and beyond. His fingerstyle approach to the guitar, characterized by intricate picking patterns and unconventional tunings, has inspired countless guitarists, including luminaries like Jimmy Page, Neil Young, and Johnny Marr. Moreover, Jansch's willingness to explore diverse musical influences, from Celtic folk to Middle Eastern music, has helped broaden the sonic palette of contemporary folk music.
Pros:
Virtuosic guitar playing: Jansch's technical skill and innovative approach to the guitar set a high standard for acoustic musicianship.
Introspective lyrics: The album's lyrical content is rich with imagery and emotion, drawing listeners into Jansch's world.
Authentic production: The raw, unvarnished production enhances the album's intimacy and showcases Jansch's talent without distractions.
Lasting influence: "Bert Jansch" continues to inspire musicians decades after its release, cementing its status as a classic of the folk genre.
Cons:
Repetitive themes: Some listeners may find the album's lyrical themes of love and loneliness somewhat repetitive.
Sparse arrangements: While the minimalist production highlights Jansch's talents, it may leave some craving more dynamic musical arrangements.
Limited sonic variety: The album's acoustic guitar-centric sound may not appeal to listeners seeking more diverse instrumentation or sonic experimentation.
In conclusion, "Bert Jansch" stands as a timeless masterpiece that showcases Bert Jansch's remarkable talent as a guitarist, songwriter, and storyteller. With its introspective lyrics, virtuosic musicianship, and enduring influence, the album remains a cornerstone of the folk music canon. Despite its minor shortcomings, "Bert Jansch" continues to captivate listeners with its timeless beauty and emotional depth, solidifying its status as a classic of the genre.
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Mar 31 2024
5
Meant to only listen to one before bed but was blow away and had to listen to the whole thing.
Rating: 4.8
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Mar 27 2024
5
Puh, da kann einer Gitarre spielen!
Vote 5
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Mar 17 2024
5
I've never heard of him. Was surprised how much I enjoyed this. Somehow more captivating than other folk albums on this list.
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Mar 11 2024
5
The guitar on this album is phenomenal, and songs in short snippets really sells it for me.
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Feb 14 2024
5
Ooooo. A friend of mine, Michael Wexler, is a singer songwriter now. Got a couple albums. One of the reviews called his guitar playing Janschian which always struck me as funny. Like the average person knows who Jansch is. Guess Iโll find out for myself now.
Huh. Yeah, thatโs a fair assessment. Iโd call his guitar โMike Wexlerianโ if I didnโt know better.
Kinda reminded me of Phil Ochs if Phil was better at guitar and worse at poetry.
But all around very cool. Will definitely add to my collection
Songs added to Spotify: 4
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Feb 02 2024
5
Fantastic guitar work. Hard to believe it sounds so good given it was recorded in a reel-to-reel in a house (according to Wikipedia).
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Feb 02 2024
5
I kind of love it, even if the occasional voice twang is a bit too much. His voice reminds me of the dogs in the Aristocats.
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Jan 18 2024
5
Excelente disco folk! Altamente recomendado
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Dec 04 2023
5
This was great. I loved it. Better than Bob Dylan.
Fave Tracks: Strolling Down the Highway, Smokey River, Finches, Do You Hear Me, Running From Home
4.6/5
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Dec 01 2023
5
Way ahead of its time, singing about dark subjects like mental health set to beautiful acoustic guitar.influenced so many artists, especially Nick Drake.
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Oct 26 2023
5
This is another new artist for me. It's a lovely folk/blues album very reminiscent of Nick Drake, one of my favorites. Bert Jansch has a rough but haunting voice that blends nicely with the melancholy of the album. Despite the charm of his voice, however, I prefer the songs where he doesnโt sing but allows his excellent guitar work to shine on its own. Angie and Casbah are my favorites. I'll be putting this album into my general rotation.
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Oct 13 2023
5
ferocious. wish there was more folk on this list.
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Oct 11 2023
5
I put off listening to this one for a while, not being familiar with Bert Jansch and assuming he wouldn't be the type of folk singer/songwriter I would be into. Totally wrong; I really liked this record and it's something I definitely plan on coming back to. So many of these guitar licks would sit right at home on an Opeth album.
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Aug 23 2023
5
loved it!
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Aug 10 2023
5
10/10
absolutely beautiful from beginning to end
itโs so easy to get lost in the majestic sounds he can make with his guitar
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Jun 27 2023
5
Soft guitar and earnest vocals. Will always love that combo.
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Mar 02 2023
5
Truly beautiful
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Dec 23 2022
5
I can't believe I'd never heard of Bert Jansch. This is exactly the sort of thing I love and seek out, and apparently he influenced many of my favorite musicians. This is classic cafe singer-songwriter music, a voice over guitar, but wow, what guitar playing! I can hear the influence on artists like Donovan, Nick Drake, Simon & Garfunkle, and even Elliot Smith. A really lovely album I will definitely be coming back to. A surprising 5/5 for me despite never hearing it before now.
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Dec 08 2022
5
This was a pleasant surprise. Listening to the jangly guitar transformed a foggy afternoon from gloomy to hopeful.
Even the song about famine (I Have No Time) was jaunty.
The mood turned dark by Needle of Death. Why was this song not in Trainspotting?
The tune belies the words in Do You Hear Me Now?
The skies darkened as his songs did the same. My enjoyment persisted. Jangly chords and mournful lyrics.
A perfect meeting of the right record at the right time for me.
Mission accomplished, book. This WAS an album I needed to hear.
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Sep 30 2022
5
Incredible talent - was really taken by this. Both influenced by a lot and clearly a huge influence on a lot of other people. Loved it.
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Sep 28 2022
5
That was awesome. Not just good music, but inspiring. It made me want to pick up a guitar and try my hand at this kind of honest simple expression- which I have never done. That's a feat, if you ask me.
Wonderfully evocative; I was listening while building spreadsheets in a corporate cubicle but it felt like I was strolling down that London highway right alongside him. What a breath of fresh air.
And the range of quality is really quote tight here, not much difference at all between my favorite and least favorite songs here, and I struggle to pick any as a low spot. Maybe Courting Blues is a little half baked for its length? But oh well I was still tapping my foot and nodding along happily.
Highlights: I Have No Time, Needle of Death, Do You Hear Me Now, Angie
Lowlights: Courting Blues
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Aug 11 2022
5
Really amazing guitar work. So impressive!
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Jul 21 2022
5
les chansons instrumentales mais juste un pur bonheur cโรฉtait inattendu merci Bert
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Jun 20 2022
5
Fantastic!
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Apr 25 2022
5
Bert Jansch was a fantastic guitarist and is a personal inspiration. This album has that certain โcontained experienceโ which captures me tremendously
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Apr 22 2022
5
Sensacional. Vรกrios vocais legais!
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Dec 12 2021
5
Groรartige Entdeckung ich ahnungsloser
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