Lively fourpiece band, until recently known as 'JANE & AMANDA THRELFALL, Martin Ellison and Roger Edwards'
Now recognised as brilliant ambassadors of English traditional songs and music. Their lively and refreshing approach, coupled with considerable skill, passion and respect, has earned them a remarkable response from the traditional music establishment. From the amazing success of their debut album "Morning Tempest", in September 2000, they go from strength to strength.
Mike Harding's enthusiasm for their quality performance meant regular exposure on his Radio 2 Show and an immediate nomination for the Horizon Award for Newcomers in the 2001 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. "(They are) terrific performers of English traditional material," he declared. "A great delight to come across music that's got that edge of authenticity - very traditional, very English, but also wonderfully done." Their second album, "Gown of Green", launched at Sidmouth 2002, also got the Radio 2 treatment.
CD sales remain strong, and regular postings on radio playlists throughout Europe and America, together with positive reviews from fROOTS, The Living Tradition and innumerable regional folk magazines, confirm them as "one of the brightest stars in the folk firmament".
Threlfall Ellison Edwards are quietly unassuming, until they actually do their stuff! Suddenly everything's awesome quality! They really must be seen live to be fully appreciated. Currently working on their third CD, they plan a release date either later this year or early 2004. Get on their mailing list now!
CD REVIEWS: Morning Tempest WBCD 001
Mike Harding, BBC Radio 2: ...for my money, one of the best traditional albums to come out in years. I've been playing it ever since I got it. I think it's fantacca!
fROOTS: ...a production skilfully handled ...I doubt I'll hear such a complete and accomplished release in traditional style for quite a while. All in all a bit of a belter.
Karen Tweed: This is English music performed as it should be - beautifully and with grace. Martin and Roger particularly make my heart sing.
Ed Rennie, The Bismarcks: ...spine tingling quality ... clear sweet harmonies, skilfull musicianship and some of the best of English folk songs, had me wishing it would never stop.
CD REVIEWS: Gown of Green WBCD 002
Mike Harding, BBC Radio 2: Absolutely terrific! I loved their last album ...English folk performers who've got something else to give their music ...kicking it along. I think it's great!
fROOTS: Their vocals throughout are uncluttered and spot on. English traditional songs ...sung and played by people who really know how to treat them right. What more could you ask for?
The Living Tradition: Exclusively traditional material, in readings of intelligence and integrity ...absolutely top-class, make no mistake, and an essential acquisition.
Tykes' News: ...they have maintained the high standard set on their first recording (Morning Tempest) ... play(ed) cleanly and crisply ... this album (is) such a joy to hear, with neat, precise vocals and harmonies which are simply spot on.
Folk London: ...the best traditional folk album I've heard this year ... beautifully judged accompaniment. This CD is that extraordinarily rare commodity - The Real Thing, I cannot recommend it highly enough.
And we at the Fo'c'sle? We haven't heard them ourselves, but several of our members have given us a strong recommendation. If anyone would like their contact details, please get in touch and we'll be pleased to pass them on.