Mr. Pickwick - Farmyard Funsongs (1974) and similar items

Catalog Number: MP-37 Condition Details: 7" Single. Original sleeve. Small part of shrink missing on back. Minor shelf-wear along edges and corners. Release date is approximately 1974. Label design can't be confirmed because it's sealed. (Not a cut-out.) Tracks: Old MacDonald Had A Farm Chicken Licken The Farmer In The Dell To Market, To Market The Frog The Ox The Farmer Man Song About The Record: Farmyard Funsongs , by Mr. Pickwick, is a children's record released under the Pickwick Records label, known for its budget-friendly albums and children's music in the mid-20th century. It features playful, farm-themed songs designed to entertain young listeners with catchy melodies and lighthearted lyrics, typical of the era's children's music. The album reflects Pickwick's focus on affordable, accessible entertainment, contributing to the label's reputation as a leader in the children's music market during the 1950s and 1960s, as founded by Cy Leslie, who earned the title "King of the Kiddie Records." No specific hit singles from Farmyard Funsongs are documented, as Pickwick's children's releases were generally marketed as complete albums rather than single-driven projects. The historical significance lies in its role within Pickwick's broader catalog, which expanded the reach of children's music through innovative distribution in non-traditional retail outlets like supermarkets.