Name: Family Tree
Brand: Nick Drake

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Bertus Musikvertrieb

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Limited edition

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Release date

2023-05-19

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602550

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602547000507

Artist

Nick Drake

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Island

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British folk singer-songwriter and guitarist, Nick Drake, was born on 19 June 1948 in Rangoon, Burma. He released three albums before his untimely death in 1974 from an overdose of anti-depressant medication. With a unique blend of haunting melodies and introspective lyrics, Drake's music continues to captivate audiences today.

Drake's musical talent ran in the family, with his father Rodney Drake being a musician himself. His mother Molly Drake was also musically inclined and his sister Gabrielle Drake is known for her acting career. Despite his short life, Nick Drake left behind a lasting legacy through his heartfelt songs that explore themes of love, loss, and introspection.

Although he achieved little commercial success during his lifetime, Nick Drake's music has gained a cult following over the years. His melancholic yet beautiful compositions have influenced countless artists across various genres. Today, fans can discover and appreciate the timeless artistry of this talented British musician through his acclaimed albums such as "Five Leaves Left," "Bryter Layter," and "Pink Moon."

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As one of the most influential labels in the world, Island Records has played a pivotal role in launching the careers of iconic musicians such as Bob Marley, U2, Amy Winehouse, and Florence + The Machine. Their commitment to artistic integrity and innovation has earned them numerous accolades and recognition within the music industry.

With their unwavering dedication to supporting *artists*, Island Records provides a platform for creative expression and encourages musical diversity. From reggae to rock, pop to hip-hop, their diverse catalogue showcases an array of talented individuals who continue to push boundaries and captivate audiences worldwide.

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repackaged in mint-packs. 'family tree' features previously unreleased tracks from the vaults of the estate of nick drake. the album tells the story of nick's musical development in the years prior to recording his official debut album 'five leaves left'. recorded in the late 1960's, the 28 tracks feature lo-fi recordings made on a reel-to-reel tape recorder at his home, far leys in tanworth in arden, as well as eight songs recorded on cassette during his sojourn in aix en provence. the inclusion of two songs, 'poor mum' and 'try to remember', written and performed by molly drake bears testament to her musical influence on her son, conscious or otherwise. after nick's death in 1974, his parents rodney and molly drake began to receive visits from fans compelled to understand more about the source of his music by traveling to the place where he lived and died. for rodney and molly, this was no invasion of privacy. on the contrary, aware that this might be the beginning of the recognition that their son had longed for in his lifetime, they invited those fans in and quite often shared the music a young nick had recorded on an early reel-to-reel recorder. often fans left with their own cassette tapes of those songs.

Family Tree

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