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An accomplished acoustic guitarist, Drake signed to Island Records at the age of twenty while still a student at the University of Cambridge. His debut album, Five Leaves Left, was released in 1969, and was followed by two more albums, Bryter Layter (1971) and Pink Moon (1972).
Jul 4, 2023 · Almost 50 years after dying from an overdose, the folky singer-songwriter Nick Drake is more popular than ever. With a new biography and covers album of his songs out, Neil Armstrong sifts...
Jun 6, 2023 · A new authorised biography aims to tell the definitive story of the elusive musician. Its author Richard Morton Jack explores the misconceptions around his legacy. Ben Gilbert. June 6, 2023 7:00 am...
Nov 10, 2022 · Today, Nick Drake is held in the highest esteem for his effortless talent in composition and songwriting. He recorded three excellent albums, so let’s take a quick look at six of his best-ever songs.
Sep 18, 2024 · Nick Drake, English singer, songwriter, and guitarist known for his emotive vocals, somber lyrics, and rich melodies. Drake never achieved widespread recognition in his lifetime but inspired a cult following in the decades following his death. Learn more about his life and music.
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Mar 7, 2018 · During his short life, Nick Drake recorded some of the most influential music ever to come from the British folk-rock scene. Largely ignored at the time, his three albums - especially 1972's...
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Aug 15, 2023 · Nick Drake: The mystery of the saddest, loneliest boy is still alive. A comprehensive official biography and a double tribute album reignite interest in the ultra-sensitive bard who died at 26....
