“English folk music for the 21st century.”
A great deal of excitement is building up around a superb new Fledg’ling release – PANIC GRASS & FEVER FEW – the debut album from IAN KING. Unusually Ian King was the subject of a fRoots magazine cover story some eight months before the appearance of his imminent debut album, Ian King now finds himself […]
John Kirkpatrick & Chris Parkinson ~ The Sultans Of Squeeze
Title: The Sultans of Squeeze Artist: John Kirkpatrick & Chris Parkinson Label: Fledg’ling Records Recorded & Mixed by: Oliver Knight Released: 2005 This is so damn enjoyable. I listen to everything from Afghanistan finger cymbals to the feedback from Hendrix’s Stratocaster – anything played with emotion, spirit and soul. There are, however, not many albums […]
SHIRLEY COLLINS ~ A Sussex Tale
Shirley and Dolly Collins have long been regarded as pivotal figures in the English folk song revival of the 1960’s and ’70’s. Shirley’s beautiful singing style, apparently lacking any affectation, has earned her accolades such as “the first lady of folk”. Dolly’s contributions to their recordings were by comparison often overlooked. Her sensitive accompaniment on […]
MARTIN CARTHY ~ A Complete (?) Discography
This discography attempts to list the original release of all the recordings which feature MARTIN CARTHY. 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. 1963 The THAMESIDERS & DAVY GRAHAM, ep, DECCA […]
ROBERT WYATT ~ A Complete (?) Discography
This discography attempts to list the original release of all the recordings that feature ROBERT WYATT. 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.
RICHARD THOMPSON ~ A Complete (?) Discography
This discography attempts to list the original release of all the recordings which feature RICHARD THOMPSON. 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.
JOHN KIRKPATRICK ~ Make No Bones FLED 3065
“To make no bones” about something – to say or do something without delay or scruple, regardless of the consequences; to be honest and direct without any risk that the statement may be misunderstood; to come straight to the point. Make no bones – two CDs of new recordings by John Kirkpatrick – each one […]