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Basket Of Light [Extra tracks] [Original recording remastered]

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  • Audio CD (26 Feb 2008)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Format: Extra tracks, Original recording remastered
  • Label: Sanctuary
  • ASIN: B00005AFNZ
  • Other Editions: Audio CD  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 9,477 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Though they had fellow British folk-rockers like Fairport Convention and Steeleye Span for company, Pentangle explored a musical world of their own design. Their all-acoustic sound combined traditional British folk with jazz, rock and Indian music, much as American groups like the Airplane and the Dead were mating their roots with other influences. BASKET OF LIGHT is perhaps the finest of Pentangle's excellent earlyrecordings.
As always, the focal point is crystal-voicedsinger Jacqui McShee, capable of giving peer Sandy Denny a run for her money. Master guitarists Bert Jansch and John Renbourn's interplay is magical throughout, and when they taketo banjo and sitar respectively on "House Carpenter", they sound equally at home. Much of the jazz feel is provided by eminently swinging bassist Danny Thompson (the only man capable of making "Sally Go Round the Roses" groove) and loose-limbed drummer Terry Cox. Whether contributing jazzy rhythmicpunctuation or delicate glockenspiel ("Once I Had a Sweetheart"), Cox is a gem. BASKET OF LIGHT belongs right alongsideLIEGE AND LEIF and PLEASE TO SEE THE KING.

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34 of 35 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Simply the Best of British, so buy it.!, 23 Mar 2006
By Mr. N. Wulfricson "wulfricson" (England) - See all my reviews
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This album has got to be the best British Folk album ever recorded. This is because every single song is excellent (no filler here!). The band inject a contemporary feel to the folk idiom. The album's title is perfect, as it fits the music.

As you begin listening, a few thing may kick in. The acoustic musicianship is sublime. The tunes are tunesome. You feel good as you hum and tap your feet. Later on, you might begin to wonder what the point of amplified electrical music ever was. As the late sixties vibes groove into you, you might imagine yourself a flower-child in a basket of light...

Unlike some rather 'quaint' folk albums I've heard, this folk album is emotionally authentic, and the mood is also very uplifting in it's sparkly jazziness. Past becomes fused with the future. The production is also very bright and crisp for the time. Innovative musical arrangements refresh, with influences from India to the U.S.A., and from the 12th century (Lake-Wyke Dirge) to the 20th, so there is never a dulltime. Most covers are from the Scottish Folk tradition. Original songs, such as 'Night Flight' are just as good. The band are essentially Scottish, but with an English rhythm section, making them a truly 'British' band. The album itself has a bit of a 'rock' feel to it, so if you like rock music, and are looking for something a little different, then I would recommend this album to you without hesitation.

Pentangle can be contrasted with the other great British Folk band of the time, Fairport Convention. Pentangle's playing often has a bright and breezy 'jazzy' feel to it, whereas Fairport are rooted more firmly in a 'bluesy' feel.

Finally, Jacqui McShee can sing Aretha Franklin under the table. (Why don't we British ever hype up our own greats?). Bert Jansch and John Renbourn are superb guitar players. Danny Thompson's fretless acoustic bass playing is another musical treat.

If you have to buy just one folk album in your life, then buy this one. Buy it. Dig it. Love it.

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have For Folk Fans., 1 Jul 2007
By Ed "ANationalAcrobat" (North Yorkshire) - See all my reviews
Now I'm not your average folk fan, I mainly listen to Hard Rock and Metal, you see. But Pentangle along with Fairport Convention turned me into a Folk fan. This album simply put is stunning, it's experimental and original without ever sounding forced or betraying the bands Folk roots. As previous reviewers have mentioning Pentangle mixed Folk, Jazz, Blues and Pop music effortlessly with rarely less than amazing results. The versatility on display on this record is quite frankly astounding ranging from jazzy pop on 'Light Flight' to a the sinister medieval 'Lyke Wake Dirge'.

It almost goes without saying that the level of musicianship in Pentangle is Phenomenal, Bert and John are absolutely astounding guitarists (the Glen and KK of Folk! Bet no ones ever said that before!) and provide stunning interplay throughout without ever descending into pointless noodling. Jacqui McShee sings lead vocals with a beautiful high range and shares vocal duties with Bert Jansch to provide interesting contrast.
Furthermore the song writing is exceptional with absolutely no weak tracks. However 'Light Flight', 'Lyke Wake Dirge', 'Hunting Song' and 'House Carpenter' are favourites of mine.

So in conclusion if you are interesting in progressive Folk or perhaps new to Folk this is defiantly a good starting point. Easily one of the best records of the 60's.
10/10 flawless.
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Probably the best British folk/rock/jazz album ever made., 4 Mar 2007
By Mark Studden "Mark Studden" (Badminton UK) - See all my reviews
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There was a time when, browsing the racks at your favourite record shop, if the label said Transatlantic you were pretty much guaranteed that the contents would be worth your money. You could invest, safe in the knowledge that you'd be likely to be impressed by the album when you got it home.
Basket Of Light put a stop to that.
After this, even the provenance of the Transatlantic label was not enough. Once you had found and bought this album, there were simply not going to be many future occasions upon which a new acquisition would impress you as much as this one.
This one got there first, did it best, and took no prisoners.
One of the ten best albums ever made. But then, that's just my opinion. I've got thousands of the things, but this is one of the very few I regularly come back to. I can hum any of these songs under my breath even when I haven't played it for months.
You already know pretty much what kind of music this is, or you wouldn't be reading this. All I can say is, believe the hype, this band were in a league of their own, and this is some of their best material. Awesome.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Just perfect
I purchased the album on vinyl first time round, and enjoyed all the tracks. It was a favourite for many years. Read more
Published 2 months ago by gadgetlover

5.0 out of 5 stars I never quite clicked with their others
but this album is hands down a 5 star classic
Jacqi McShee's voice is incredible-though singing while sitting in a chair must have posed problems
Published 6 months ago by Mark C.

5.0 out of 5 stars I had forgotten...
...just how good this record is. I was pleased to pick it up for under a fiver. All the tracks are very strong, but 'Once I had a Sweetheart' is extraordinary. Read more
Published 8 months ago by David Bradshaw

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Published 8 months ago by Mr. R. F. Morton

5.0 out of 5 stars Basket of Light, Pentangle
Classic Album of my youth, still holds its place in my affection.
Again purchased to replace ageing cassette/vinyl, well worth the amount that these CDs now cost... Read more
Published 9 months ago by M. Wilson

5.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous
I've just been listening to my (previous release) copy of this album and it's excellent!. It gave me the opportunity to compare House Carpenter with Joan Baez (and Sweeney's Men)... Read more
Published 18 months ago by J. R. Palmer

5.0 out of 5 stars Exquisite
This is an extraordinary album - probably the best acoustic music I've ever heard. Every member of the group is a master of their instrument, and the music they produce is... Read more
Published on 11 Mar 2007 by czgibson

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