Silly Sisters

The Silly Sisters is a folk music master stroke. The band consists of Maddy Prior and June Tabor. Their first album “Silly Sisters” and sequent album “No More to the Dance” are MUST haves!! … Read More >> Silly Sisters

Hayseed Dixie AC/DC Bluegrass Cover Band

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A friend of mine recently told me about this amazing Bluegrass AC/DC band. If you’re a bluegrass / AC/DC fan then you probably already know this band. If you don’t then 1. I’m … Read More >> Hayseed Dixie AC/DC Bluegrass Cover Band

The Pennywhistlers - Sto Mi e Milo

The Pennywhistlers really had it going on in their day. What an awesome song! If I had been younger then I would have been in love. … Read More >> The Pennywhistlers – Sto Mi e Milo

Folk singer Kate McGarrigle dies

I was sad to hear today that Canadian folk and roots music singer Kate McGarrigle, best known for her work with her sister Anna as the McGarrigle Sisters, has died at age 63. … Read More >> Folk singer Kate McGarrigle dies

Bobby McFerrin - Not a one hit wonder!

Born March 11, 1950 – most people know Bobby McFerrin (Official WebSite) for the song “Don’t Worry, Be Happy”, but this amazing vocalist has so much more depth. Interesting fact: Bobby McFerrin is a ten-time Grammy winner! … Read More >> Bobby McFerrin – Not a one hit wonder!

Gillian Welch

One of my all time favourite albums is “Hell Among The Yearlings” by Gillian Welch. I first found out about this talented singer songwriter while having dinner at The Gem ( a local Toronto restaurant which I used to frequent). … Read More >> Gillian Welch

The Watersons

Original members were Norma, Mike, and Lal Waterson, with their cousin John Harrison. Check out the Lyrics for their songs that I have collected: The Waterson’s Lyrics Watch this video and you’ll have a good idea of who this group is … Read More >> The Watersons

Brass Monkey

English Folk band from the 80′s. Unique for their inclusion of Brass instruments. Extremely talented. … Read More >> Brass Monkey

Steeleye Span

My all time favourite Folk-Rock band. Formed in 1969, Steeleye Span has done it’s share of rocking the folk themes, and inspiring singers and song-writers. The close harmonies make the sweet sound of Steeleye Span a pleasure any time. … Read More >> Steeleye Span

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