Bryter Layter

by Nick Drake

Bryter Layter cover art

On his second album 'Bryter Layter', Nick Drake’s intricate acoustic songwriting is enveloped in lush, sophisticated arrangements from Robert Kirby, featuring a full backing band and contributions from John Cale and members of Fairport Convention. The resulting sound—a polished and jazz-tinged production that contrasts with his other work—creates a unique atmosphere of gentle melancholy that balances the album's brighter instrumental textures with Drake's introverted vocal delivery.

Genres

  • Singer-Songwriter
  • Chamber Folk

Tracklist

  1. Introduction
  2. Hazey Jane II
  3. At The Chime Of A City Clock
  4. One Of These Things First
  5. Hazey Jane I
  6. Bryter Layter
  7. Fly
  8. Poor Boy
  9. Northern Sky
  10. Sunday