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STEELEYE SPAN ~ PLEASE TO SEE THE KING (EXPANDED EDITION) CASTLE 1253 ~ UK ~ Folk-Rock Recorded: 1970Released: 2006 2nd album by Steeleye SpanFind albums by this artist Mk. II. After the recording of the debut album the couple Gay WoodsFind albums by this artist & Terry WoodsFind albums by this artist returned to their native Ireland and the band enlisted the services of two exceptional musicians, both of them members of the UK Folk-Rock elite: guitarist Martin CarthyFind albums by this artist and fiddler Peter KnightFind albums by this artist. With this enhanced lineup they recorded one of the ultimate Folk-Rock albums, present here. The incredible lead vocals by Maddy PriorFind albums by this artist and vocal harmonies with the four male members, as well as the intricate and highly sophisticated instrumental work all come together to create a true masterpiece. The material is all traditional Folk tunes, skillfully and ingeniously arranged by the band. This beautiful new edition almost triples the playing time of the album by including four BBC sessions recorded in late 1970 and early 1971, all previously unreleased. Absolutely essential!
