Grayshott Folk Club www.grayshottfolkclub.co.uk

Grayshott Village Hall, Headley Road, Grayshott, Nr. HINDHEAD, Surrey GU26 6TZ Saturday 19th October 2024 @ 7.30pm

Grayshott Folk Club introduces: RACHAEL McSHANE & THE CARTOGRAPHERS https://rachaelmcshane.co.uk/home

Rachael McShane is a renowned folk singer, cellist, fiddle and viola player from the North East of England. She was an original member of the award-winning folk big band Bellowhead, touring with them extensively and making a number of television appearances. The band recorded five studio albums and, together, they won a staggering total of EIGHT BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. Parting ways in 2016, the band returned in 2022 for a series of ecstatically-received performances that reminded audiences of their unique alchemy, energy and talent.

Away from her Bellowhead fame, Rachael is a much sought-after performer and recording artist. Her debut solo album “No Man’s Fool” arrived in 2009 via Navigator Records, establishing impressive credentials that eventually led her to signing with the prestigious Topic Records, the oldest independent record label in the world.

Rachael is also the leader of The Cartographers, a band that features the exceptional talents of guitarist Ian Stephenson (Kan, Baltic Crossing), and melodeon player Julian Sutton (Kathryn Tickell, Sting). Their music is a powerful blend of traditional folk and contemporary sounds, with Rachael’s stunning voice and instrumental skills leading the line. The Cartographers have garnered a loyal following thanks to their impressive live performances and critically acclaimed debut album, When All Is Still (2018, Topic Records).

Listen to “Ploughman Lad” here:

In recent years, Rachael has lent her voice to a new adaptation of The Transports alongside The Young’uns, Faustus, Nancy Kerr, Greg Russell and Matthew Crampton. The resulting album was a stunning showcase of Rachael’s range as an artist, and is testament to her ability to breathe new life into old folk songs. With her extensive experience and formidable talent, Rachael McShane is a sought-after performer and workshop leader.

We are delighted to welcome Rachael McShane & The Cartographers to Grayshott Folk Club as part of their new Album Launch Tour.

“You’re in the presence of something very special…what a voice” – BBC Music

“A delight” – R2 Magazine

“Delivered with such rebellious verve and wit – they are a life-affirming joy” – Songlines

Tickets £18

Available from: Grayshott Post Office (in person only) Call Des O’Byrne on 01428 607096

Or online from Ents 24 at: https://www.ents24.com/nr-hindhead-events/grayshott-village-hall-1/rachael-mcshane-and-the-cartographers/7176259