| The Black Balloon | ||||
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| Studio album by John Renbourn | ||||
| Released | 1979 | |||
| Recorded | Crescent Studios, Bath, Somerset | |||
| Genre | Folk | |||
| Length | 37:17 | |||
| Label | Transatlantic | |||
| Producer | David Lord | |||
| John Renbourn chronology | ||||
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The Black Balloon is a 1979 album by John Renbourn.
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| Source | Rating |
| AllMusic |   [1] |
| The Rolling Stone Album Guide | [2] |
| Uncut | [3] |
The Washington Post wrote that, "in addition to a rhythmically engaging 13th-century English dance tune and a neatly woven medley of jig and reel, the album boasts a few enchanting moments as well." [4]
All tracks are Traditional; arranged by John Renbourn; except where noted.
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