Pete Seeger: He was a friend of mine

Adulation, denigration: They’re two sides of the very same coin. Both a con to keep you under, Both a trick to do you down. History’s made by human people, praise the good and love the small. One man can accomplish nothing, many make the tyrants fall. I wrote the words at the top of this page … Continue reading →

RIP Austin John Marshall

Austin John Marshall – March 30, 1937-November 3, 2013 One of the great unsung pioneers of contemporary British folk song, Austin John Marshall, died in his sleep in New York on Sunday, November 3. Youtube I first came across Austin John Marshall’s name when he designed the sleeve for one of Peter Kennedy’s compilations in … Continue reading →

I’m selling some of my memorabilia

on eBay Note: Some of the images shown above are not yet listed on eBay . . . But they will be soon! Click on image below to go to listing page to bid or buy Continue reading →

Hilarious Daily Mail song on Youtube

A bit reminiscent of Bob Dylan’s Subterranean Homesick Blues. I wonder, were they all genuine headlines? And what about “Hurray for the Blackshirts” (July 8, 1934) Continue reading →

August 13, 2013 – Remembering Louisa Jo (formerly Louis) Killen

Louisa Killen (January 10, 1934 – August 9, 2013) This elegant, middle-aged lady came up to where I was sitting, at a session of the Charles Parker day in Sunderland. (I can’t remember the exact date, and it’s not important.) “I’m Louis Killen,” she said. I laughed, not understanding what she was saying to me. … Continue reading →

Ye Mistress of War

Lord, make me an instrument of your peace, Where there is hatred, let me sow love; Where there is injury, pardon; Where there is doubt, faith; Where there is despair, hope; Where there is darkness, light; Where there is sadness, joy.  (New words to a song by Bob Dylan) Tune: Nottamun Town Farewell mistress of … Continue reading →