The Sophisticated Beggar

by Roy Harper

The Sophisticated Beggar cover art

Recorded in extremely primitive studio conditions, Roy Harper's debut album introduces his distinctive, highly percussive acoustic guitar technique and idiosyncratic vocal phrasing. The sparse, uncompromising folk arrangements highlight his sprawling, poetic lyricism and distinctly English cynicism.

Genres

  • Singer-Songwriter
  • Psychedelic Folk

Tracklist

  1. China Girl
  2. Goldfish
  3. Sophisticated Beggar
  4. My Friend
  5. Big Fat Silver Aeroplane
  6. Blackpool
  7. Legend
  8. Girlie
  9. October 12th
  10. Black Clouds
  11. Mr Station Master
  12. Forever
  13. Committed
  14. Hup Hup Spiral