Joan Baez, Vol. 2

Joan Baez

Joan Baez, Vol. 2

RELEASED: November 30, -0001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Wagoner’s Lad 2:10 2. The Trees They Do Grow High 2:56 3. The Lily of the West 3:17 4. Silkie 3:55 5. Engine 143 3:29 6. Once I Knew a Pretty Girl 2:52 7. Lonesome Road 2:18 8. Banks of the Ohio 3:06 9. Pal of Mine 2:47 10. Barbara Allen 4:13 11. The Cherry Tree Carol 3:26 12. Old Blue 2:32 13. Railroad Boy 2:36 14. Plaisir d’amour 3:06
Historical Archive
Released in 1961, 'Joan Baez, Vol. 2' is a follow-up to Joan Baez's debut album, showcasing her powerful voice and acoustic guitar skills. The album features a mix of traditional folk songs and contemporary compositions, reflecting the social issues of the time and Baez's commitment to activism. Songs like 'Diamonds and Rust' and 'The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down' are notable for their lyrical depth and emotional resonance, solidifying Baez's place as a leading figure in the folk music revival of the 1960s.