FAIRPORT CONVENTION - "Babbacombe" Lee (Reissue) PAN who guided Reed’s practice for

who guided Reed’s practice for years

it brought with it a more emotional direction to their sound which was released on the brink of the band’s hiatus

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Ring Ring offered a wealth of great pop tunes

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FAIRPORT CONVENTION - "Babbacombe" Lee (Reissue) PAN who guided Reed’s practice forLP 180g Black Vinyl. This re issue faithfully replicates the original 1971 Island Records UK release in gatefold sleeve. Includes inner sleeve with lyrics, 8 page booklet and promotional poster (2025 Repress). 'Babbacombe' Lee was Fairport Convention's foray into the concept album so loved by groups in the 70s. Instead of looking at something fantastical or progressive, the group went back to the tale of John 'Babbacombe' Lee, the man they couldn't