Product Description

"Freedom Fields" takes its name from a skirmish which took place on 3rd December, 1643, where after vicious fighting the Roundhead Garrison of Plymouth made their final rally, routed the King's army (the Cavaliers) and this uprising changed the course of English history. The album contains a compelling array of songs inspired by the West Country and explores the turmoil of conflict, war and freedom. Several songs are about the area's naval traditions, "Lady Of The Sea", while "King & Country" along with the title track further examines the factions created by the English Civil War.Meanwhile, the world above and below ground is recorded in "The Colliers" which takes its theme from the oppression of the tin and copper miners. What lifts this album from out of the more usual stock of folk inspired material is Lakeman's musical dexterity and energy, the passion and intensity of his delivery, how he skilfully and sympathetically applies historical experience to universal truths about the human condition.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #83957 in Books
• Published on: 2006-10
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 84 pages

Customer Reviews

Fresh, new Folk
IF like me you have been bought up on old folk (Tom Paxton, Mady Prior, Dubliners etc...) Seth Lakeman is a new sound for new folk. Fresh, beautifully arranged songs with the help of Cara Dillon providing her usual haunting backing vocals (Check out Cara Dillon on amazon, another great addition to any Folk collection)
You won't be able to not tap your feet to the up-lifting, sometimes heart wrenching lyrics, my favourite being the White hare. Seth was also nominated in 4 categories this year in the BBC2 Folk awards, winning best newcomer for his track the Colliers - true story of the Gresford Colliery disaster of 1934 when 266 miners lost their lives in an underground explosion.
A foot tapping, enjoyable, soothing album, and a bright new star in modern folk!!!
Check Seth out on myspace and You tube for some of his earlier work and recent gigs.