20 Female Folk Nuggets Past & Present

A Listmania! list by Mr. P. Scoble "sydsacid" (Manchester, England)
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Dear Companion
1.  Dear Companion by Meg Baird
The list author says:
  "Meg began her career in a duo with her sister (which she still does) before moving onto Espers, but this, her first solo album is a gem. Truth of her talent if nothing else. Excellent"
£7.51   Used & New from: £6.04
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The Pirate's Gospel
2.  The Pirate's Gospel by Alela Diane
The list author says:
  "Her second album, and an absolute stunner. Her best so far. Get the import version as there are more tracks!"
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Ballads of Living and Dying
3.  Ballads of Living and Dying by Marissa Nadler
The list author says:
  "Her first, a gorgeous but sad album. But definitely a grower."
Used & New from: £18.98

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The Saga of Mayflower May
4.  The Saga of Mayflower May by Marissa Nadler
The list author says:
  "Marissa's second, every bit as good as her debut, but a bit happier."
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Mammoth Session
5.  Mammoth Session by Georgia's Horse
The list author says:
  "A Stunning debut from Teresa Maldonado (aka Georgia's Horse). Spooky Americana campfire folk. Get it now!"
£10.41   Used & New from: £2.99
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

Colour Green
6.  Colour Green by Sibylle Baier
The list author says:
  "Heartbreakingly intimate and beautiful, just her and her guitar, spellbinding and timeless. The female Leonard Cohen."
£10.38   Used & New from: £7.39
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

A Collection
7.  A Collection by Anne Briggs
The list author says:
  "Anne is the Governess when it comes to folk, and this has all her first album plus early rare ep tracks too. Essential."
£5.99   Used & New from: £4.03
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

The Time Has Come
8.  The Time Has Come by Anne Briggs
The list author says:
  "Anne's second album, not quite as stark as her first, with almost all original songs too. Timeless."
£5.47   Used & New from: £3.67
3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

Let No Man Steal Your Thyme
9.  Let No Man Steal Your Thyme by Shelagh McDonald
The list author says:
  "Very, very under-rated lady. This two-fer has all that's essential, a must for anyone."
Used & New from: £10.00
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

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Parallelograms: the Definitive Edition
10.  Parallelograms: the Definitive Edition by Linda Perhacs
The list author says:
  "A bit spacey in places, but an admirable addition to any female folk collection."
£15.92   Used & New from: £8.22
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Original Sandy Denny
11.  Original Sandy Denny by Sandy Denny
The list author says:
  "Would any list like this be complete without Sandy? I don't think so! This is her at her early raw best."
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It's So Hard to Tell Who's Going to Love You the Best: +DVD
12.  It's So Hard to Tell Who's Going to Love You the Best: +DVD by Karen Dalton
The list author says:
  "A good place to start with Karen's stuff. Definitely recommended."
£17.27   Used & New from: £9.99
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

Abracadabra: The Asylum Years (International Release)
13.  Abracadabra: The Asylum Years (International Release) by Judee Sill
The list author says:
  "Wonderful in every way. If you don't own this already hang your head in shame."
£8.49   Used & New from: £6.74
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)

Hips & Makers
14.  Hips & Makers by Kristin Hersh
The list author says:
  "All her albums are worth investigation, but I don't think she'll ever top this, her solo debut. Brilliant."
£12.34   Used & New from: £1.19
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

Joan Baez Debut Album
15.  Joan Baez Debut Album by Joan Baez
The list author says:
  "She can be an acquired taste can Joan. But this is the one to get if you want to suck it and see!"
£7.10   Used & New from: £4.98
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

Ode to Billie Joe/Touch 'Em with Love
16.  Ode to Billie Joe/Touch 'Em with Love by Bobbie Gentry
The list author says:
  "Bit weird, pairing her debut with her fourth, but it's worth getting for her debut as it's not as syrupy as her later stuff."
£14.60   Used & New from: £13.37
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

First, Second & Third: The Complete Three Decca LPs 1964-1966
17.  First, Second & Third: The Complete Three Decca LPs 1964-1966 by Julie Felix
The list author says:
  "Does what it says on the box. One of the UK's great lost treasures."
£15.00   Used & New from: £9.49
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

A Maid Of Constant Sorrow
18.  A Maid Of Constant Sorrow by Judy Collins
The list author says:
  "Stephen Stills wrote Judy Blue Eyes for her. This two-fer presents her first two albums. Great intro to her style."
£3.99   Used & New from: £2.62
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

Cruel Sister
19.  Cruel Sister by Rachel Unthank
The list author says:
  "Proper folk girls, with tradition in their hearts. This is their first."
£9.99   Used & New from: £7.53
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

Bavarian Fruit Bread
20.  Bavarian Fruit Bread by Hope Sandoval & the Warm Inventions
The list author says:
  "A wonderful album by the Mazzy Star chanteuse. More please Hope, and soon!"
Used & New from: £2.03
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

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