Description
Recorded live on 11 February 1978 at De Montfort Hall in Leicester, this CD showcases Steeleye Span’s electrifying performance during their short-lived 1977–78 lineup. Featuring Martin Carthy (in his second stint with the band) and John Kirkpatrick (bringing accordion into the mix for the first time), the concert blends traditional English folk with the band’s signature electric edge.
Originally captured for radio broadcast, this release offers fans a rare glimpse into a transitional period for Steeleye Span, with rich arrangements and spirited musicianship. The lineup includes:
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Maddy Prior – vocals
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Tim Hart – guitars, vocals
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Rick Kemp – bass, vocals
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Nigel Pegrum – drums, percussion
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Martin Carthy – guitars, keyboards, vocals
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John Kirkpatrick – accordion, vocals
Released by Angel Air Records in 2019, the CD is part of the band’s 50th anniversary celebrations.
📀 Track List
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Galtee Farmer
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Awake Awake
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The Saucy Sailor
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The Black Freighter
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Hunting the Wren
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Sweep, Chimney Sweep
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The Duke of Athols Highlanders
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Walter Bulwer's Polka
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Cam Ye O'er Frae France
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The Boar's Head
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Seventeen Come Sunday
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Rave On
