Fred Small - I Will Stand Fast (1988) Vinyl LP • Diamonds of Anger, Folk

Catalog Number:

FF-491

Musical Styles:

1980s, Acoustic Blues, American Folk, Ballad, Contemporary Folk, Folk Pop, Folk Rock, Political, Political Folk, Singer-Songwriter, Storytelling, Traditional Folk

Sleeve Grade:

Excellent (EX)

Record Grade:

Excellent (EX)

Condition Details:

Lyric insert included. Vinyl plays with occasional light-crackles (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges; light-scuffing and surface impressions (front/back). Inner-sleeve is original (plastic). Spine is easy-to-read with mild-wear. Minor shelf-wear along top-edge; heavier wear along bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. The Hills Of Ayalon
2. Diamonds Of Anger
3. I Will Stand Fast
4. At The Elbe
5. If I Were A Moose
6. Every Man
7. Scott And Jamie
8. Denmark 1943
9. This Love

About The Record:

I Will Stand Fast, by Fred Small, is a powerful exploration of the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity, with songs rooted in true events. The album features a mix of humorous tracks like If I Were A Moose and You Were A Cow, historical pieces such as Denmark 1943, which recounts the Danish Resistance's efforts to smuggle Jews to safety during World War II, and topical songs addressing social issues. The title track, I Will Stand Fast, is a standout, offering hope and support for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, with Mary Chapin Carpenter providing harmony vocals. Other notable tracks include Diamonds of Anger, an anti-apartheid anthem written during Nelson Mandela's imprisonment. The title track, I Will Stand Fast, is widely regarded as one of Small's most uplifting and impactful songs, often highlighted for its audience participation in live performances.