Following the acclaimed release of From Granmaw and Me in April 2018, Fledg’ling Records, in partnership with the Estate of Hedy West, are very proud to present Untitled – another wonderful and important previously unreleased album from the late Hedy West. Hedy West, one of the finest folk singers of her generation, was born in […]
Here in the Fledg’ling archive we are very excited to announce the reissue of some wonderful albums from our early catalogue. In the late 1990s Fledg’ling was fortunate to make some mesmerising recordings with two great friends and absolutely magical singers – Christine Collister and Helen Watson.On August 24th 2018 we will release a pair […]
In partnership with Bryter Music we are very pleased to announce the publication of The Tide’s Magnificence – the complete poems and songs of Molly Drake. The Tide’s Magnificence comes as a full colour 196 page hard-back case-bound and stitched book printed on contrasting paper stock with printed page edges. The book contains 79 poems […]
War Horse Songman BOB FOX presents a 10th Anniversay Collection of moving and inspirational songs from War Horse Songmaker JOHN TAMS for the multi award-winning National Theatre production of War Horse. John Tams, seven times winner of BBC Music Awards and the original songmaker for War Horse and songman Bob Fox, a celebrated leading voice […]
Fledg’ling has 3 exclusive releases planned for Record Store Day on Saturday April 22nd. The tenth annual celebration of independent record shops and vinyl record collecting is sure to see lots exclusive re-issues and new releases – the perfect reason to visit your local independent record shop. SHIRLEY COLLINS ~ Shirley Sings Irish At the […]
Two master musicians – MARTIN SIMPSON & DOM FLEMONS – have united to explore how folk songs travelled from England to North America and vice versa, changing shape as they journeyed. Ever Popular Favourites – Twelve scintillating, exuberant and emotional performances were recorded by award-winning engineer Andy Bell during the duo’s sell-out Autumn 2015 tour. […]
It is very well-documented and easily understood that Anne Briggs’ relatively brief recording career has had a continuing influence on succeeding generations of folk singers and the wider musical world. Christy Moore, June Tabor, Eliza Carthy and Kate Rusby have all spoken of her influence on their own singing. As recently as 2009 The Decemberists […]
Here at Fledg’ling we are very proud to be reissuing re-mastered editions of two classic early ‘seventies albums from JOHN SURMAN. Originally released in 1972, Westering Home, is a remarkable solo album by the great British saxophonist John Surman. He plays everything on the record, drawing together many of the threads of his earlier recordings […]
Originally released in 1972, Westering Home, is a remarkable solo album by the great British saxophonist John Surman. He plays everything on the record, drawing together many of the threads of his earlier recordings with the possibilities offered by new recording tecnology (and his own prodigious musicality). “I took a break from being on the […]
After twenty-two solo albums, Julian Dawson recently returned to his friend Dan Penn’s studio in Nashville for this entirely analogue recording – Living Good – a series of sonically beautiful guitar/vocal performances from Julian with a handful of well-chosen guests and spontaneous harmony vocals from the legendary producer. “a record to… bring a massive grin […]
Fledg’ling Records are delighted to continue our ongoing series of Shirley Collins’ early recordings on 7” vinyl EP with the release of some previously unreleased early recordings. These four spectral, magical performances were recorded by Alan Lomax in London on 20th October 1957. Shirley sings two songs – Bonny Cuckoo and Bonny Labouring Boy – […]
PLAINSONG – Iain Matthews, Andy Roberts & Mark Griffiths – one of our very favourite ensembles return with a new album performing the music of songwriter, author and counter-culture icon Richard Fariña. Richard Fariña (March 8, 1937 – April 30, 1966) – confidante of Bob Dylan, Joan Baez and Thomas Pynchon – was tragically killed […]
We have a few copies of the limited edition souvenir programme for All in the Downs the celebration of Shirley Collins‘ 80th birthday. Beautifully printed in full colour on fine paper with four panel cover. The 44 page book includes an essay by Shirley’s dear friend David Tibet, full details of the celebration concert and […]
With PLAINSONG currently engaged on their 40th Anniversary farewell tour, now is the perfect time to re-acquaint ourselves with this fabulous solo collection from ace guitarist ANDY ROBERTS. URBAN COWBOY was recorded before the formation of, during and just after the dissolution of the original Plainsong. The album was originally released on the Elektra label […]
A long overdue CD release of this remarkable solo performance from 1987 by CHRIS McGREGOR. Sea Breezes was recorded during an emotional visit to his homeland by the great South African composer and pianist. McGregor played “an energetic mixture of Duke Ellington, Charles Mingus and Sun Ra, but always retained a unique feel due to […]
This discography attempts to list the original release of all the recordings that feature JOHN TAMS. All catalogue numbers refer to UK releases unless otherwise noted. Subsequent reissues are only included if they contain additional material. Please write if you spot any errors or omissions. Thanks.
The HOME SERVICE that went into Raezor Studios in Wandsworth in December 1985 to make their third LP was a band with a pedigree second to none in its field of English music. That third LP was ALRIGHT JACK and it found the band on a creative streak. At the time of its release critics […]
This discography attempts to list the original release of all the recordings which feature HELEN WATSON. All catalogue numbers refer to UK releases unless otherwise noted. Subsequent reissues are only included if they include additional material. Please write if you spot any errors or omissions. Thanks.
