Running from Home: An Introduction to Bert Jansch [Original recording remastered]

Bert Jansch | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (July 19, 2005)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Original recording remastered
• Label: Castle Us
• ASIN: B0009WPLK8
• Also Available in: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #317,787 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Bert Jansch, who is one of the most influential figures in contemporary British folk music, brought an unsurpassed combination of virtuosity and eclecticism to the acoustic guitar, both as a solo artist and as a member of Pentangle. A talented songwriter and affecting vocalist, Jansch wrote sparse and dark material that recalled the folky side of Donovan, although Bert Jansch was less pop-oriented than the psychedelic pop troubadour. Bert Jansch's influence was not only immense in the British folk scene; it also extended to the rock world. Both Jimmy Page and Neil Young have acknowledged Bert Jansch as a major influence.

• Single CD introduction to one of the most influential British guitarists of all time
• Bert Jansch came in 7th on MOJO Magazine’s list of greatest British guitarists of all time
• Includes the best tracks ever recorded by Bert Jansch
• Digitally re-mastered from the original master tapes
• Booklet includes extensive liner notes and many photographs

Customer Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 stars Crimson Moon is one of the most beautiful unknown songs ever written, June 15, 2007

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This review is from: Running from Home: An Introduction to Bert Jansch (Audio CD)

Bert Jansch is among those extraordinary artists who are popularly unknown, but technically accomplished far beyond popular comprehension. In addition, Jansch's body of work is beautiful and memorable, but few can cover his songs as well as him for its technical precision is demanding and Janc's execution is effortless and simultaneously unapproachable. Jansch works in the oldest tradition of a troubadour singer-songwriter.

This collection is an excellent introduction to Jansch's work, and for those who've never heard it, I suggest listening to "Crimson Moon" if you want to be hooked.

These re-masters are crystal clear and welcome new pressings of beloved songs.