Roy Guest With Steve Benbow And His Folk Four - Bahaman Lullaby

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Review by Filippo Giustini

Bahaman Lullaby by Roy Guest with Steve Benbow and His Folk Four – A Timeless Slice of 1963 Folk Magic If you’re into folk music that feels like a warm hug from the past, Bahaman Lullaby is gonna hit the spot. Released in 1963 in the UK under the Society label, this album’s got all the charm of a crackling fire on a rainy evening. It’s raw, real, and packed with tracks that’ll stick to your brain like honey on toast. Let’s dive in! First off, can we talk about “The House Of The Rising Sun”? Yeah, yeah, I know—it’s been done a million times. But this version? It’s special. Roy Guest and the gang bring this classic to life with such a heartfelt delivery that it almost feels like they’re sitting right there in your living room, strumming away. The harmonies are simple but so sincere, you can’t help but feel like you’ve stepped back into some smoky pub in 1960s London. Honestly, I’ve heard fancier renditions, but none hit me quite like this one. Maybe it’s the lack of frills or just how genuine it sounds—either way, it sticks. Then there’s “Foggy Mountain Top.” Oh man, this one is pure ear candy. The banjo plucks dance around like fireflies on a summer night. You can tell these guys weren’t trying to reinvent the wheel here—they just wanted to play good, honest music. And boy, do they deliver. Every note feels like it’s coming straight from their hearts. There’s something about the way the vocals blend with the instruments that makes you wanna grab a friend and stomp your feet till the floor creaks. The rest of the album’s got gems too—“Tom Dooley,” “Barbara Allen,” and “Cockles And Mussels” all make appearances, each with its own little twist. You can tell this wasn’t slapped together in a studio for the sake of trends; it’s clear these folks respected the roots of folk music. Even the cover art (shoutout to W. E. Kimp for the photography) has that old-school vibe, like it belongs in a dusty record shop where time forgot to move forward. What’s wild is how albums like this remind us that music doesn’t need auto-tune or flashy production to be unforgettable. Sometimes, it’s just about telling stories and sharing emotions through melody. Listening to Bahaman Lullaby, I couldn’t help but think about how different things were back then. No Spotify playlists, no TikTok challenges—just people making music because they loved it. Weird, huh? Anyway, if you’re looking for an album that’ll take you on a trip down memory lane—even if those memories aren’t technically yours—give Bahaman Lullaby a spin. Just don’t blame me if you end up humming “The House Of The Rising Sun” for days. Trust me, it happens.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
10,000 Years Ago
Tom Dooley
The House Of The Rising Sun
Cockles And Mussels
Foggy Mountain Top
Santy Anna
Cosher Bailey
Barbara Allen
Sinner Man
I Gave My Love A Cherry
The Foggy Foggy Dew
Bahaman Lullaby
Villikins And His Dinah
Brennan On The Moor
The Streets Of Laredo

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Catalog Numbers

SOC 919

Labels

Society

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Album
  • Mono

Credits

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Photography ByW. E. Kimp

Notes

Title on labels "Hush Little Baby"

About Roy Guest With Steve Benbow And His Folk Four

Roy Guest studied at the Central School of Speech & Drama at a time when that School held its classes in the upper reaches of the Royal Albert Hall! Since that time he has spent five years in professional Theatre and five years as a folk singer touring Britain, Europe and America. He was now best known as an Agent and promoter of Folk Song events, but his ambition was to promote Theatrical and Festival events as well. He was convinced that there is a need for a National British Dance and Song Company, firmly based on the traditions of the British Isles, a similar company to those sponsored by about 70 other more enlightened countries.

Name Vars

  • Roy Guest And His Guitar

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The 1963 folk album *Bahaman Lullaby* by Roy Guest, Steve Benbow, and His Folk Four includes a mix of traditional songs that have been covered by countless artists. One standout track, "The House of the Rising Sun," became a massive hit years later when The Animals recorded their iconic version. It’s wild to think this UK album was part of the global folk revival scene, introducing timeless tunes to new audiences. Plus, the album cover? Shot by W. E. Kimp—adding a personal artistic touch to its charm.