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Member Since: 11/27/2006
Band Website: richardgrainger.co.uk
Band Members: Richard , best known as a solo performer has worked and/or recorded with some great musicians and singers including Charles O'Connor (Horslips) ,Dick Miles, Chris Parkinson (House Band/Band of Hope/Martin Carthy& Norma Waterson)),Gerry Rees, Damien Barber (The Barbers),The Fettlers,The Wilson Family ,Becky Taylor,Joy Rennie and Flossie Malavialle. In recent years he has worked with North east musician , songwriter and former Fettler, Ron Angel . The Endeavour Shantymen who accompany Richard at many maritime events and festivals are, John Lawson, Steve Dawes, Mike Shorttle and Ron Angel.Lately some new faces have appeared namely Dave Myers (Darlington Mummers), Robert Hartley (Filey Men) and Sean Cooney & David Eagle (The Young Uns).
Richard is presently rehearsing with a band of fine musicians from the north east in a new 'acoustic/electric'line up. They are Bob Fortune (Bass Guitar),David Eagle (Keyboard) and John Burge (Fiddle/Mandolin/Bouzouki).
Influences: Odetta,Louis Killen,Hughie Jones, Martin Carthy,Bob Dylan,John Mayall, Julian Bream,
Roger McGough,Mike Waterson, John Renbourn,Pete Seeger,Ron Angel, Frank Sinatra, A.L.Lloyd, Sibelius, Brahms, Alex Campbell,Johnny Cash, Paddy Tunney,Joseph Taylor, Cream.Red Wine.Peter Grainger.John Berry,Jeanette, Neil Young, Johnny Handle,Nina Simone.
Sounds Like: You can buy Richard Grainger Albums On Line.'EYE OF THE WIND' The classic album - folk opera- telling the epic tale of James Cooks' Voyage of discovery on 'Endeavour' features the distinctive voice of David Attenborough and music from Richard Grainger with a host of North East artistes. £13.99 inc p&p ( UK and International)ALSO AVAILABLE AS A DOWNLOAD FROM DEC 1st. Check out the website at www.wovenwheatwhispers.co.uk.'ON HEATHER & CLARTY MOOR' Richard sings Original and Traditional Songs of the North York Moors including Mary of the Dale,Lyke Wake Dirge, The Iron Miners Testimonial, Foxhunting Song , Last Coble Fisherman, Come Along By, Teesside&Yorkshire,Cleveland Home and more...
£13.99 inc p&p (UK and International
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xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxBOOKERS, AGENTS & FRIENDS LEND US A MOMENT! Richard is presently putting together the following tours abroad. If you are reading this and can help with a venue, booking or have any recommendations please get in touch.GERMANY,HOLLAND & BELGIUM in March & April 2008The USA EAST COAST in June 2008
SCOTLAND September 2008
FRANCE October 2008AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND November 2008USA WEST COAST February 2009UK Generally Available 2008 and 9.IT WOULD BE GREAT HEAR FROM YOU!! Richard Grainger - War Horse
FolkRadio.co.uk - Saturday, 01 March 2008
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Record Label: Klondike
Type of Label: Indie