MARCH 2009 RELEASES
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The Foundling Singer/Songwriter / ST1002 Stem - $A28.30 
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The Foundling, is an autobiographical song cycle, produced by Cowboy Junkies' Michael Timmins, about relinquishment and adoption. |
The Best Of Katryn Tickell Folk / PRKCD107 Park - $A33.00
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This two disc set containing the highlights of the Northumbrian piper, fiddle player and composer. It seems a particularly fitting release since the globally acclaimed musician was awarded the prestigious Queen`s Medal for Music this year. Tickell`s work has always been deeply rooted to the landscape and people of Northumbria. She also works collaboratively across many genres, making her work contemporary and exciting, and putting her firmly at the forefront of the current folk music revival. |
My Very Favoutrite Nursery Rhyme Record Childrens / PRKCD108 Park - $A33.00
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This two disc set contains the re-release on CD of the much loved Tim Hart`s Very Favorite Nursery Rhyme Record with Drunken Sailor and other kids songs. . |
The Hare`s Corner Folk / PLATEAU 16 KILA Music - $A28.30
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Colm Mac Con Ionmaire is a core member of The Frames and Oscar winning band The Swell Season. The Hare`s Corner highlights the reflective, contemplative side of Ionmaire, giving time and space for his compositions to grow develop in a seductively enticing and cinematic way. |
The Greentrax Years Folk / CDTRAX350 Greentrax - $A28.30
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46 tracks for the price of one CD! The McCalmans, Scotland`s finest vocal harmony groups, released their first Greentrax album (Peace and Plenty) in 1986, the year Greentrax was launched. The association with the label has continued for 24 years and illustrates a remarkable lasting relationship between the band and the label. The Greentrax Years is a 2CD compilation representing the huge and everchanging repertoire of the band as well as their prolific songwriting strengths. |
Tune In Folk / COM4534 Compass - $A28.30
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Nuala Kennedy, although rooted in the Celtic music of her native Ireland and adopted homeland of Scotland, is increasingly recognized for her eclectic cross-genre work. She has recently worked and recorded with artists such as Will Oldham (Bonnie `Prince` Billy), Norman Blake (Teenage Fanclub) the late, great Oliver Schroer and more. ================================================================================================= |
Home Is Where The Hut Is Folk / FECD228 Fellside - $A28.30
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Every now and again something really interesting and different comes along. Sam Pirt (Accordian player with 422) and Gary Hammond (percussionist with The Beautiful South)combine to present an eclectic set of tunes from different countries. |
Tune In Folk / FECD229 Fellside - $A30.10
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Jack & Charlie return with their second album of self-penned material. fRoots magazine described them as ``impressively talented``. Emotionally-charged lyrics and deft empathic fiddle accompaniment adds up to a satisfying and impressive whole. ===================================================================================================== |
A Shirt Of Silk And Snow Folk / FECD230 Fellside - $A28.30
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Wendy Weatherby has an enviable reputation in Scotland for singing and playing cello with various folk bands for many years as well as being a session musician on recordings. Despite a long and varied career this is the first time Wendy has devoted an album to mainly traditional songs. The new CD puts her back in the spotlight as one of the best singers in Scotland. |
The Navvy's Wife Folk / WGS360CD Wildgoose Records - $A33.00
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A musical drama written by Mick Ryan which gives voice to those whose lives were shaped by the great drive to carve out Britain`s canals, railways and roads. ===================================================================================================
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