“Reminding of prime Grace Slick" (WOVEN WHEAT WHISPERS)
”Entirely convincing” (RADIO CENTRAAL, BELGIUM)
Some previous / upcoming gigs:
LONDON Conway Hall
EASTBOURNE Lammas Festival
CORNWALL Faery Festival
MANCHESTER The Met
WALES Myddle Earth Summer Camp
NORFOLK Fairhaven Green Festival
GLOUCESTER Druid Camp
SOMERSET Priddy Folk Festival
NORWICH Winelight Club
MANCHESTER EclecticLive
SUFFOLK Winter Solstice
NORWICH Arts Centre
DISS Tom Paine 200 Celebrations
NORFOLK Worstead Festival
KINGS LYNN Acoustic Kitchen
WYMONDHAM Music Festival
REEDHAM FERRY Folk Festival
NORWICH St Andrews Hall
NORFOLK Harleston & Waveney Festival
Influences
"As above, so below"
Philosophy, esotericism, nature, mythology, mind, soul, magic, faeries, elementals, the Tree of Life
Carlos Castaneda, Dion Fortune, Gareth Knight, Crowley, Philip Pulman, Marion Zimmer Bradley, Terry Pratchett
LOTR, Star Wars, Ladyhawk, Harry Potter, Red Dwarf, The Matrix, martial art movies, Highlander, Gladiator, Wings of Desire, Monty Python, Fight Club, Kung Fu (David Carradine), Black Books, Bladerunner, Mash
Jethro Tull, Bowie, Clannad, Dead Can Dance, Enya, Fairport Convention, Genesis, Jefferson Airplane, Kate Bush, Pink Floyd, Led Zepplin, Neil Young, P J Harvey, Renaissance, Rush, Radiohead, Steeleye Span, Simon & Garfunkel
Sounds Like
Some have likened Magicfolk to:
Mellow Candle, Jethro Tull, Clannad, Stone Angel, Dead Can Dance,
Fairport Convention, Tir Na Nog, Jefferson Airplane, Pink Floyd,
Kate Bush, Trees, Midwinter, Mostly Autumn, White Willow, Enya, Genesis, acoustic Led Zepplin, Renaissance, Iona, Pentangle, Steeleye Span, Lisa Gerard..
Magicfolk began in 2003 as a quiet, well-behaved acoustic trio. In the years following, they became increasingly rambunctious and erratic with the addition of bass, drums, lead guitar and lots of synths.
"A compelling mix of quality female vocals, keyboards, flute, acoustic and electric guitars.” (CLASSIC ROCK SOCIETY)
Now a leading UK psych-folk band, Magicfolk produces its own fusion of rock, folk, celtic and prog-rock with rich vocal harmonies, in songs with mythological and mystic leanings.
“Genuinely something new for fans of esoteric folk, their lyrics sing of folklore and magic, evoking the mystery within the music" (WOVEN WHEAT WHISPERS)
Their material touches upon a whole range of esoteric inspirations, including those found in Egyptian, Greek, Celtic, Hermetic, Shamanic, Wiccan, Pagan and other traditions.
“Hugely evocative” (FIREWORKS MAGAZINE)
Early influences for founders Ben and Michelle include the likes of ‘70s legends Jethro Tull, Jefferson Airplane, David Bowie, Dead Can Dance.
“Constantly inventive, exquisite, daring, a new sound” (WOVEN WHEAT WHISPERS)
And they've welcomed additional influences from all the musicians they've worked with, from psychedelic and rock lead guitar lines in the style of Led Zeppelin or Pink Floyd, the folk & jazz touches that sax & flute bring, to Greek zembekigo patterns and South American drum rhythms.
"Prog rock, celtic tunes and tight vocal harmony, spiked with prickly electric guitar. If you like Fairport Convention, Jethro Tull and Jefferson Airplane, you won't be disappointed.” (PAGAN DAWN MAGAZINE)
"Delicately spun, visiting the perfumed garden of 60s psychedelia." (ROCK ‘N’ REEL MAGAZINE)
Grounded in acoustic instrumentation, their songs often develop into raucous rock, jazz and psychedelic improvisations. They also have gentle songs which take you to other more restful places.
“Original, well played, very well produced, an excellent debut” (TERRASCOPE)
In 2007 Magicfolk launched their debut album which is available direct from their website (see SHOP page) - or from iTunes, CD Baby, or Amazon.
They've now started work on the second album this autumn 08, due for release in autumn 09, an album which may well be slightly more deranged and psychedelic than usual...
“Beautiful and chilling, haunting, sweet and dusty” (Sea of Tranquility Magazine)
Hi, I want to share one of my favourite quotes with you. I also hope you have an absolutely terrific week. take care and heart. Eirinn. What if you slept ?
And what if, In your sleep You dreamed ?
And what if, In your dream, You went to heaven And there plucked A strange and Beautiful flower ?
And what if, When you awoke, You had the flower in your hand ?
Hello ,my new dear friend Magicfolk ! Thank you very much, for your comments. I am very pleased! I wish you a fantastic weekend and a wonderful mood, great love, happiness and infinite perfection! Respect and love , Lady Angel !
After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace...
Poem 162 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse (please see my blog): TEES TO TYNE: FIRST IMPRESSIONS - SUMMER 2001
Where traditions are not so rare; Sea, country and works scent the air; A multitude of monuments, Planted tubs and patterned pavements.
The longish pedestrian malls; The remnants of defensive walls; Historic buildings are a gauge Of the respect for heritage.
Wheat, rape and pines in the fields; Estuaries guarded by shields; Long sandy beaches and wide scenes; Romantic-ruin go-betweens.
Rivers in parts licked by trees, Or fringed by boat clubs, wharfs, gantries, And crossed by practical delights - Varied spans, forming pleasing sights.
Fine churches headed at Durham; Football kits ad infinitum; Kept castles - one for study; Masonry behind masonry.
And, with moulding-works out that way, It’s somewhere for a longer stay..?
To those whose feet are stilled And those who laugh with us no more To you we say, our love was with you here And goes with you hence To that place where you rest and revel.
May the dark Lord and sweet Lady Guide your feet along the rocky paths To the place where all is fresh and green And lover, friends and ancestors wait With open arms to greet you. Go in peace, and with our blessing Be rested and return when the Lady deems it fit With the countless turns of the Great Wheel We shall miss you We shall meet you again in the green places of Her domain. Blessed Be )O(
I wish you a magical week and a fantastic mood! Let your dreams come true always! A lot of love and beauty in your world for you ... Best regards,Mistic Lady Angel .
