Ed Welch - Clowns
Overlooked 1971 album from classically trained British composer Ed Welch, featuring lyrics by American folk icon Tom Paxton.Welch's sophisticated arrangements, from refined orchestration to elegant piano-led melodies, meet Paxton's warm, inviting words across ten songs that move effortlessly between upbeat pop and tender balladry.Often compared to the Elton John/Bernie Taupin partnership, the Welch-Paxton collaboration produced songs later covered by Cilla Black.This first-ever reissue, produced by Michael de Albuquerque and remastered by Prof.Stoned, includes two non-album A & B sides and an 8-page booklet with liner notes by Xander Pas and recollections from George and Michael de Albuquerque.RIYL: Elton John, Nilsson, Gilbert O'Sullivan, Scott Walker, Paul McCartney & Wings
Overlooked 1971 album from classically trained British composer Ed Welch, featuring lyrics by American folk icon Tom Paxton.Welch's sophisticated arrangements, from refined orchestration to elegant piano-led melodies, meet Paxton's warm, inviting words across ten songs that move effortlessly between upbeat pop and tender balladry.Often compared to the Elton John/Bernie Taupin partnership, the Welch-Paxton collaboration produced songs later covered by Cilla Black.This first-ever reissue, produced by Michael de Albuquerque and remastered by Prof.Stoned, includes two non-album A & B sides and an 8-page booklet with liner notes by Xander Pas and recollections from George and Michael de Albuquerque.RIYL: Elton John, Nilsson, Gilbert O'Sullivan, Scott Walker, Paul McCartney & Wings
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Overlooked 1971 album from classically trained British composer Ed Welch, featuring lyrics by American folk icon Tom Paxton.Welch's sophisticated arrangements, from refined orchestration to elegant piano-led melodies, meet Paxton's warm, inviting words across ten songs that move effortlessly between upbeat pop and tender balladry.Often compared to the Elton John/Bernie Taupin partnership, the Welch-Paxton collaboration produced songs later covered by Cilla Black.This first-ever reissue, produced by Michael de Albuquerque and remastered by Prof.Stoned, includes two non-album A & B sides and an 8-page booklet with liner notes by Xander Pas and recollections from George and Michael de Albuquerque.RIYL: Elton John, Nilsson, Gilbert O'Sullivan, Scott Walker, Paul McCartney & Wings
