This is the somber, chilling opus and final album from the late, great singer/songwriter Nick Drake. These songs challenge the listener's impressions of acoustic guitar songwriting, often eschewing simple chord progressions in favor of intricate rhythms and melodic lines. On the other hand, Drake plays things simple on the mellow interlude "Horn" and the repetitive ditty "Know." The highlight of the whole album is the opening title track, which is the only song on the album to feature any instrument (piano) besides acoustic guitar and voice. One of the best albums of the 70s, this is music that will get you to think and to feel. I can't explain the power of this album. Please listen.
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