"Post Card" is the debut studio album by Welsh singer Mary Hopkin, released on 21 February 1969. Produced by Paul McCartney of The Beatles, it was one of the earliest releases on The Beatles' Apple record label. The album features a collection of folk-pop songs that showcase Hopkin's delicate yet powerful vocals, accompanied by acoustic instrumentation.
The standout track on the album is undoubtedly "Those Were the Days," a traditional Russian folk song arranged by Gene Raskin, which became a massive international hit, reaching No. 1 on the UK Singles Chart and No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
In addition to "Those Were the Days," "Post Card" includes a mix of traditional folk tunes and original compositions, such as "Goodbye" written by McCartney and "Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is a Season)" by Pete Seeger.
Critically acclaimed upon its release, "Post Card" established Mary Hopkin as a talented vocalist with a unique sound and garnered her widespread recognition. The album's success helped launch her career, and she continued to record and perform music throughout the following decades.
Overall, "Post Card" remains a classic example of late 1960s folk-pop music and a significant milestone in Mary Hopkin's career, showcasing her exceptional talent and paving the way for her future success in the music industry.
