tom paley

London-based American folk legend Tom Paley has died, he was 89 years old. He performed with Woody Guthrie, was a founding member of the New Lost City Ramblers – he was also a huge influence on the British folk scene since moving here in 1965. A warm-hearted character loved by many.

In Tom Paley’s 84th year, the smallest of flames nurtured by 2012 album ‘Roll On Roll On’ now has a chance to spread and establish itself via Paley & Son, a second outing on the Hornbeam label. He is joined by fiddle playing son Ben and special guests Cerys Matthews, BJ Cole and harmonica player Rob Mason.This will remain a mark of the Paley family’s love of roots music for …

Paley and Son is the new album from Tom Paley on which he is joined by fiddle playing son Ben and special guests Cerys Matthews, BJ Cole and harmonica player Rob Mason. Watch this new video interview in which they talk about the new album.

On this weeks Nest Collective Hour there is a very special live performance from the legendary Tom Paley: founding member of The New Lost City Ramblers, a man who has inspired many including Bob Dylan and Ry Cooder!

On this weeks Nest Collective Hour, Jamie Doe presents a selection of new releases from all corners of the folk spectrum and he is joined live in the studio by incredible London singer-songwriter Theo Bard.