Another album that has been a massive influence on me, and many, many others in the music world. Nick Drake is now a well know artist these days, however it is easy to forget just how unknown and ignored he was in his day. In fact, from his suicide at only 20 years old, there was very little coverage, just like his albums. It was only years later, when great artists such as Paul Weller, REM and The Cure cite Nick Drake as a major influence.
This was the debut for little known english folk artist Nick Drake, who was the tender age of 20. However from his voice, arrangments and lyrics, you could mistake him for a wise old man. This album shows the prowess with the guitar, and many songs that can be construed from uplifting to chilling all at the same time. He truly was a marvel, and in his short time on earth he left some of the greatest music folk has ever witnessed.
Rating: 10/10
Hear ~ River Man
