Playing here with Whippersnapper at Fylde in September 1987.
The wonderful interpreter of both contempory and traditional material seen here at Swinton Festival in 1990 .
I hadn't seen John since his days with Home
Service and was eagerly anticipating his visit to Westhoughton. I wasn't
disappointed!
He and Barry have a number of dates coming up over the rest of 2003 (visit
his site for details).
I'm certainly hoping to catch up with them again before too long!
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One of Britain's finest singer/songwriters. This photo was taken at the Horwich Folk Festival in March 1983 between helping out with George Butterworths Leather Stall. For more recent photos follow the picture link.
Despite his songs being sang and recorded worldwide, Richard Thompson remains 'one of modern music's best kept secrets'. Seen here at Leeds in the early 80's, Richard remains one of my favourite singer songwriters.
The wonderful Northumbrian piper playing at Fylde in September 1991
Chris and Kellie While
Having enjoyed many great nights listening to Chris over the years, from her 'solo' shows in the North West's Folk clubs to the bigger stages as part of the Albion Band and with Julie Matthews amongst others, it was great to see her finally performing with daughter Kellie producing the type of harmonies that only singing together for many years can produce.
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Following in mum Chis' footsteps Kellie has
performed with The Albion Band, e2K and more recently The Reel and Soul
Association as well as performing solo. Another young talent to look out
for!
This shot was taken at Fylde in 1995
Seen here accompanying Jez Lowe at Fylde in 1988
Having seen Wild Welsh Women, Roam and Bill Jones recently there's still great talent emerging on the Folk scene. Taken here at Fylde where WWW blew me away. Their CD "Isle of Mon" has been constantly played since, seek it out!.
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Once seen never forgotten the superb Wilson Family taken at Fylde in September 1995.
The only photo that I managed to take of this folk institution at Fylde in September 1982.
I first saw Robin with the Incredible String Band at the Bickershaw Folk Festival and have seen him many times since. A unique performer of songs and stories. This shot was taken at Fylde in September 1995.
Joe Wright
Yet another multi talented youngster! Currently
Stewart Hardy's replacement in the John Wright Band, Joe will soon be
performing in a new trio
(Kenny Speirs & Real Time)
along with Kenny Speirs of the JWB and Judy Dinning of Jez Lowe's Bad
Pennies.
Watch out for their dates!
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Terrific reviews wherever they played. Johns unique vocal style ably accompanied by Stewart Hardy's tasteful fiddle and Kenny Speirs driving guitar and vocals made this trio well worth a listen. Taken at Fylde in September 2000.
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A wonderful evening in the company of two of my favourites! Allan became John's 'Band' for the evening and John in turn provided stunning harmonies for some of Allan's songs. During the final song, the Shirelles 'Will You Love Me Tomorrow', Allan said "I don't want this to end" - neither did we!
