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The Demon War: British Songs Of The Crimea 1853-56
The Demon War: British Songs Of The Crimea 1853-56 is an extraordinary British folk project about the Crimean War of 1853-1856 and the human tragedies it entailed. Featuring Granny's Attic, Jackie Oates, Benji Kirkpatrick (Bellowhead), Saul Rose, and Nancy Kerr & James Fagan, the album unites some of the most important artists in the contemporary British folk scene. Based on traditional songs and historical sources, the ten tracks tell stories of departure, war, loss, hope, and homecoming. Expressive vocals, traditional instrumentation, and atmospheric arrangements make this concept album a powerful musical document of its time. A moving release for lovers of traditional folk, British folk, folk ballads, and historical theme albums. For fans of Fairport Convention, Steeleye Span, Bellowhead, Eliza Carthy, Show Of Hands, Martin Simpson, Shirley Collins, and The Young'uns.