Double Bill
TERRY MASTERSON
& EMILY MAE WINTERS
Terry Masterson was at the heart of British
folk revival in its infancy and remains a hugely influential figure, especially
in Sussex. He was a resident at the legendary Bunjies Folk Cellar in Soho where
Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, Cat Stevens and David Bowie all played early in their
careers.
Following
residencies at more prestigious venues around London he became much sought
after. He was top of the bill at the first Broadstairs Festival and soon
embarked on headlining tours of the USA and Canada.
His
life-long involvement with the oral tradition was fostered by the storytelling
of his Irish father and song sessions at family gatherings. Among the Irish
diaspora he forged especially strong links with the travelling community, whose
songs are a feature largely in his repertoire. A captivating performer and
spellbinding singer, it is a cause of much regret that he only recorded one
album -
but this has recently been reissued on CD and will be available on the
night.
We’re
delighted to be part of Emily Mae Winter’s
tour promoting her debut album, Foreign
Waters, recorded at Ben Walker’s Brighton studio. An award-winning
songwriter, she has appeared at the Cambridge Folk Festival and at the Folk
Alliance International in Kansas.
Much
praise has already come her way:
Emily
Mae Winters has produced an arresting, enthralling tantalising introduction to
her work that leaves us hungry for more. - Folk
Radio UK
Superbly
crafted and dramatic song writing.. Winters’ songs reflect a love of poetry,
her lyrics giving a dark edge to songs that are beautifully performed. - Radio
2 Magazine
Some
singers grow on you over time and others stop you in your tracks. Emily Mae
Winters falls into the second category.
- Fatea Magazine
We
were hooked. - Time Out
Her
songs are touched by the influence of Irish folk, country and Americana, and
her voice borders on devastating. In short… she’s terrific! - Folkroom
A
singer straddling the folk and country genres with some aplomb. - W21 Music
Haunting - Acoustic Magazine
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