Kevin Coyne – Marjory Razorblade

Kevin Coyne – Marjory Razorblade

Widely regarded as the masterpiece of Kevin Coyne's career, Marjory Razorblade is a powerful and uncompromising double album that showcases one of Britain's most distinctive and underrated songwriters. Originally released in 1973, the album blends folk, blues, rock and theatrical storytelling into a deeply personal and emotionally charged collection of songs.

Coyne's raw vocal delivery, sharp observational writing and unconventional approach set him apart from many of his contemporaries. Throughout the album he explores themes of love, loneliness, social isolation, mental health and everyday life with honesty, humour and compassion. The result is a work that remains as compelling and relevant today as when it first appeared.

Highlights include the poignant Marlene, the moving Old Soldier, the haunting House On The Hill and the autobiographical title track. Elsewhere, songs such as Eastbourne Ladies, Karate King and Chairman's Ball reveal Coyne's gift for character-driven storytelling and darkly humorous social commentary.

A landmark of British singer-songwriter music, Marjory Razorblade is essential listening for fans of folk, roots music and outsider artistry.

Tracklist

1. Marjory Razorblade – 1:45
2. Marlene – 2:42
3. Talking To No-One – 2:29
4. Eastbourne Ladies – 4:35
5. Old Soldier – 3:51
6. I Want My Crown – 4:18
7. Nasty – 5:03
8. Lonesome Valley – 2:55
9. House On The Hill – 4:52
10. Cheat Me – 3:42
11. Jackie And Edna – 4:01
12. Everybody Says – 4:23
13. Mummy – 4:09
14. Heaven In My View – 3:14
15. Karate King – 3:16
16. Dog Latin – 4:53
17. This Is Spain – 2:08
18. Chairman's Ball – 3:12
19. Good Boy – 2:38
20. Chicken Wing – 4:22
21. Lovesick Fool – 2:18
22. Sea Of Love – 3:06