Description
This collection traces the evolution of American folk music through the '50s and early '60s via the formidable line up of CDs available in the Jasmine catalogue. Reissues of classic folk albums have become incredibly popular over the last few years and so far Jasmine has covered most of the American artists who contributed to its eventual peak between 1958 and 1962.
Within this 2CD set are 48 songs by some of the biggest names in folk music such as: Burl Ives; Pete Seeger; Joan Baez; The Kingston Trio; Carolyn Hester and Peter, Paul & Mary.
Packed full of hits and classic songs, including: "Blue Tail Fly"; "Good Night Irene"; "On Top Of Old Smokey"; "Marianne"; "Whiskey in the Jar"; "Puff the Magic Dragon" and many more.
Fully detailed liner notes.