Ed Sheeran found this record in a second-hand store - now it's finally getting attention
Folk singer Allan Taylor received unexpected attention after Ed Sheeran praised his 1978 album, 'The Traveller,' on social media. The recognition provided a boost to the 80-year-old musician, who had been preparing for retirement.
Why it matters
It highlights the power of modern celebrity influence in reviving interest in obscure or forgotten musical works.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google BBC Allan Taylor spent 60 years on the folk scene before retiring earlier this year When Ed Sheeran recently declared his love for an obscure album he had unearthed in a second-hand record shop in New York, it was big a surprise to the English singer who made it almost 50 years ago.
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