june tabor

Dave Sudbury is one of a kind! He wrote ‘The King of Rome’ a song that took flight around the world thanks to June Tabor. His daughter contacted me recently and we did an interview. I’ve never felt so moved by a singer and his story.

Watch a lovely video session featuring Kris Drever, Eamonn Coyne & Bella Hardy performing ‘Call and Answer’

Cambridge Folk Festival reveal some of the first artists confirmed for 2012’s eclectic bill: Nic Jones, June Tabor and the Oysterband, Bill Bragg and more.

Find out the results of the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and what happened on the night.

In 2012 The Big Session is back on the festival scene after a year’s hiatus. Bigger (but still beautifully intimate) with an incredible line up to whet the appetite of any music lover!

Martin Simpson curates a week of concerts and workshops at Kings Place alongside some of the biggest folk names out there!

★★★★★ June Tabor and Oysterband have provided far more than a heady mix of traditional ballads and contemporary songwriting. The album raises the spirit and tears at the soul in turn. It takes all the artists involved in new directions, each and every one of them revelling in the exploration of uncharted territory.

★★★★★ Martin Simpson’s latest album, Purpose and Grace, is in many ways the epiphany of his career. It features a stunning array of artists including Richard Thompson, June Tabor and Dick Gaughan. A classic! You can preview the whole album for one week on Folk Radio UK!

Martin Simpson is to release a new album on September 5th through Topic Records titled purpose + grace. Jon Boden, B J Cole, Dick Gaughan, Fay Hield, Will Pound, June Tabor and Richard Thompson will be joining Martin along with his regular band of Andy Cutting, Andy Seward and Keith Angel.