The Weavers
The Best Of The Decca Years
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MOG Editorial Review
It's difficult for modern audiences to truly appreciate the impact the Weavers had on both folk and pop music at large, but it should be required listening for anyone with an appreciation for both. Featuring a young Pete Seeger among others, the group's take on Leadbelly's "Goodnight Irene" among others helped push folk to the mainstream, though their infamous association with the Red Scare cut their careers short, sadly. From their delivery to their divine use of strings, the Weavers managed to put an accessible spin on folk, and the fact that they managed to incorporate swing and other music of the time shows that they were savvy despite having a clear-cut message.
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AMG Review of Best of the Decca Years
Thom Owens
All Music GuideThe Best of the Decca Years is a thorough overview of the Weavers' peak hit-making years, containing all of their biggest '50s hit, including the chart-topping single "Goodnight Irene." Many of these recordings boast light orchestra and choral arrangements, which mean they may sound fairly dated to contemporary listeners, yet these were historically important singles, bringing folk music to a larger audience. Though Best of the Decca Years isn't quite as thorough as 1987's The Best of the Weavers, it nevertheless remains an excellent retrospective of the most popular and controversial folk group of the '50s, as well as an excellent introduction to their work.
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