紀元貮阡年 (With The Folk Crusaders) – The Folk Crusaders* – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

紀元貮阡年 (With The Folk Crusaders) stands as an essential document of Japan’s folk music awakening in the late 1960s. The Folk Crusaders broke away from the conventional pop landscape of their era, infusing Western folk influences with sharp wit and local storytelling. This album pulses with a unique blend of humor, social commentary, and melodic inventiveness—qualities that made the group a cultural touchstone for a generation seeking new voices and perspectives. Each track resonates with the warmth of acoustic guitars and tight vocal harmonies, balanced by a playful irreverence that sets The Folk Crusaders apart from their contemporaries. Whether you’re drawn to the band’s signature song ‘Imujingawa’ or discovering deeper cuts, the album’s arrangements and lyricism evoke a distinct sense of time and place, capturing both the optimism and the unrest of a rapidly changing Japan. For vinyl collectors and folk enthusiasts alike, this release is more than a nostalgia trip—it’s a window into a pivotal moment in music history, where tradition met modernity and sparked something truly original. Owning this record is like holding a piece of that cultural shift in your hands.

Track List:
A1 – 紀元貮阡年 = 2,000 A.D. Break Down – 1:37
A2 – 帰って来たヨッパライ = I Only Live Twice – 3:20
A3 – 悲しくてやりきれない = Unbearably Sad – 3:04
A4 – ドラキュラの恋 = Dracula Fell In Love – 2:15
A5 – 水虫の唄 = I’m Happy Just To Be With You – 2:48
A6 – オーブル街 = Rue Auble – 2:08
B1 – さすらいのヨッパライ = From West With Love – 3:01
B2 – 花のかおりに = Flowers In Lover’s Hair – 3:00
B3 – 山羊さんゆうびん – 2:24
B4 – レディー・ジェーンの伝説 = The Legend Of Lady Jane – 3:00
B5 – コブのない駱駝 = Magical Mystery Camel – 3:14
B6 – 何のために = What For – 3:04