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Pentangle: Live at the BBC
Pentangle, the five points of light being Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Jacqui McShee, Danny Thompson and Terry Cox. Formed in 1967, they took Trad folk and blended it with a mixture of jazz, blues and a sprinkling of rock. Hugely successful, they even had a hit single with the song "Light Flight" which was the theme to the BBC series "Take Three Girls". The band toured extensively, and made numerous TV appearances. While others were combining folk with rock with varying degrees of success, these alchemists blended Trad folk with jazz and blues in an original recipe which has not been duplicated since
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Plot Summary
This documentary captures the iconic British folk-rock band Pentangle performing live at the BBC during their celebrated 1971 era. Featuring intimate performances and showcasing the band's unique blend of folk, blues, and jazz influences, the film offers a snapshot of their musical prowess and chemistry. It highlights their intricate guitar work, vocal harmonies, and the distinctive sound that made them a prominent force in 1960s and 70s music.
Critical Reception
As a archival performance recording, "Pentangle: Live at the BBC (1971)" is primarily valued by fans and music historians for its historical significance and the opportunity to see a seminal band in their element. Critical reception focuses on the quality of the performance and its representation of Pentangle's sound during that period.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its authentic representation of Pentangle's live sound and musical virtuosity.
Appreciated for capturing the band's chemistry and unique blend of genres.
Seen as a valuable historical document for fans of folk-rock and British music of the era.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific archival BBC performance is not readily available. However, Pentangle as a band is generally highly regarded by folk and rock music enthusiasts.
Awards & Accolades
None notable for this specific broadcast recording.
Fun Fact
Pentangle were renowned for their intricate musicianship, with members often cited for their individual contributions to the folk guitar revival, particularly Bert Jansch and John Renbourn, who were hugely influential.
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