Broadside Ballads, Vol. 1 (London: 1600-1700)

(Folkways Records, 1962), 56 mins

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Field of Interest: World Music
Description: In his liner notes, Ewan MacColl writes, “In the days before TV, radio, and newspapers, the broadsides helped both to mould and reflect public opinion; their authors acted as political commentators, journalists, [etc.].” This collection features songs about myriad topics, including economic changes during the reign of James I and England’s colonies in the New World.
Content Type: Music recording
Duration: 56 mins
Format: Audio
Sub Genre: Folk Song, Ballad Singing
Label: Folkways Records
Release Date: 1962
Subject: World Music, Music & Performing Arts, Europe, Europa, United Kingdom
Keywords and Translated Subjects: Europa