
RICHARD GRAINGER
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General Info
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Genre: Acoustic / Alternative / Folk
Location Whitby, Un
Profile Views: 56260
Last Login: 7/27/2012
Member Since 11/27/2006
Website www.richard-grainger.com
Record Label Klondike
Type of Label Indie
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Bio
Richard Grainger is a singer and songwriter steeped in the Northumbrian and English Folk Traditions. As a singer and a songwriter within the tradition his achievements are well documented. Richard has been a touring musician and recording artist for 25 years and has also worked with other artists, local authorities, galleries,museums and festivals to create new songs and even works for the stage. He became a member of the legendary 'Teesside Fettlers' in the late '80's . His solo career started in 1984 with the release of his first album by Fellside Records ( FE038) titled 'Herbs on the Heart' - Produced by Paul Adams. The album received great reviews hailing him as 'the new Carthy or Nic Jones'. Today,after nearly twenty four years in the business, he is acknowledged as one of the finest exponents of folk song in the UK and has earned respect for his tireless efforts to promote folk music. Richard is a guitar player with his own unique approach to accompaniment. With more than a dozen albums to his credit,he is among the UKs most prolific folk song writers. Richards latest CD Album 'Warhorse' released in January 2008 received some great reviews . The album - described by www.folkradio.co.uk as 'a classic' prove's Richards enthusiasm and sheer connection to his music continues to grow stronger. Richard takes his music around the world,touring in the UK, USA, CANADA,NEW ZEALAND, BELGIUM, DENMARK, GERMANY,HOLLAND,ITALY, PORTUGAL & SPAIN. He has created 5 productions for the stage,written some British folk 'classics', recorded more than 12 CD's, and appeared on TV and radio. He's got a sense of humour too - widely acknowledged for his introductions which turn into fascinating and often hilarious stories in their own right. Richard is touring constantly from his base on the North York Moors in Northern England. If he's down your way- don't miss him he's one of the most interesting and powerful 'folk-roots' artists around. 'A folk singer in the truest sense' Hoy at Anchor,Leigh on Sea,Essex 'One of the great northern bards'- Keith Kendrick -
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Richard , best known as a solo performer has worked and/or recorded with some great musicians and singers including Charles O'Connor (Horslips) ,Dick Miles, Chris Parkinson,Gerry Rees, Damien Barber ,The Fettlers,The Wilson Family ,Becky Taylor,Joy Rennie and Flossie Malavialle. In recent years he has worked with North east musician , songwriter and former Fettler, Ron Angel . The Endeavour Shantymen and the English Concertina player and singer Dick Miles. Richard is available as a duo with great British instrumentalist CHRIS PARKINSON. -
Influences
Odetta,Louis Killen,Hughie Jones, Martin Carthy,Bob Dylan,John Mayall, Julian Bream, Roger McGough,Mike Waterson, John Renbourn,Pete Seeger,Ron Angel, Frank Sinatra, A.L.Lloyd, Sibelius, Brahms, Alex Campbell,Johnny Cash, Paddy Tunney,Joseph Taylor, Cream.Red Wine.Peter Grainger.John Berry,Jeanette, Neil Young, Johnny Handle,Nina Simone... -
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Check out the new online shop where you can buy Richard Grainger Albums and merchandise On Line at www.richard-grainger.com/shop xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx BOOKERS, AGENTS & FRIENDS LEND US A MOMENT! Richard is presently putting together the following tours at home and abroad. If you are reading this and can help with a venue, booking or have any recommendations please get in touch. SPAIN Feb 2009 ITALY Aug/Dec 2011 Germany/Holland/Belgium Oct 2011 USA East Coast June 2011 USA West Coast Canada Jun 2012 New Zealand Nov 2011 UK Festivals, Arts Centres, Theatres and Folk Clubs Generally Available in 2011/12 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX If you can offer assistance or introduce us to a likely venue IT WOULD BE GREAT HEAR FROM YOU!!......Richard Grainger - War HorseFolkRadio.co.uk...... Check out their recent review of the latest album 'WAR HORSE'/a>..FolkRadio.co.uk - Saturday, 01 March 2008....© ..
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Richard Grainger is a singer and songwriter steeped in the Northumbrian and English Folk Traditions. As a singer and a songwriter within the tradition his achievements are well documented. Richard has been involved in many art and heritage projects , working with artists, local authorities, galleries,museums and festivals to create new songs and even works for the stage. In between times he still tours and is always hotly pursuing his latest idea or song. He became a member of the legendary 'Teesside Fettlers' in the late '80's . His solo career started in 1984 with the release of his first album by Fellside Records ( FE038) titled 'Herbs on the Heart' - Produced by Paul Adams. The album received great reviews hailing him as 'the new Carthy or Nic Jones'. Today,after nearly twenty four years in the business, he is acknowledged as one of the finest exponents of folk song in the UK and has earned respect for his tireless efforts to promote folk music. Richard is a guitar player with his own unique approach to accompaniment. With more than a dozen albums to his credit,he is among the UKs most prolific folk song writers. Richards latest CD Album 'Warhorse' released in January 2008 received some great reviews . The album - described by www.folkradio.co.uk as 'a classic' prove's Richards enthusiasm and sheer connection to his music continues to grow stronger. Richard takes his music around the world,touring in the UK, USA, CANADA,NEW ZEALAND, BELGIUM, DENMARK, GERMANY,HOLLAND,ITALY, PORTUGAL & SPAIN. He has created 5 productions for the stage,written some British folk 'classics', recorded more than 12 CD's, and appeared on TV and radio. He's got a sense of humour too - widely acknowledged for his introductions which turn into fascinating and often hilarious stories in their own right. Richard is touring constantly from his base on the North York Moors in Northern England and plans to continue performing before a wider audience. If he's down your way- don't miss him he's one of the strongest 'folk-roots' artists around. 'A folk singer in the truest sense' Hoy at Anchor,Leigh on Sea,Essex 'One of the great northern bards'- Keith Kendrick+v ......http://www.msplinks.com/MDFodHRwOi8vd3d3Lmlyb25zcGlkZXIuY2EvYWR2L215c3BhY2Uv" title="Free, high quality, fast-loading MySpace layouts made by a professional web designer.
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Richard , best known as a solo performer has worked and/or recorded with some great musicians and singers including Charles O'Connor (Horslips) ,Dick Miles, Chris Parkinson (House Band/Band of Hope/Martin Carthy& Norma Waterson)),Gerry Rees, Damien Barber (The Demon Barbers),The Fettlers,The Wilson Family ,Becky Taylor,Joy Rennie and Flossie Malavialle. In recent years he has worked with North east musician , songwriter and former Fettler, Ron Angel . The Endeavour Shantymen accompany Richard at many maritime events and festivals and they are, John Lawson, Steve Dawes, Mike Shorttle and Graham Walker,and from time to time, the one and only Dick Miles. Richard is again available with great British instrumentalist CHRIS PARKINSON.Influences:
Odetta,Louis Killen,Hughie Jones, Martin Carthy,Bob Dylan,John Mayall, Julian Bream, Roger McGough,Mike Waterson, John Renbourn,Pete Seeger,Ron Angel, Frank Sinatra, A.L.Lloyd, Sibelius, Brahms, Alex Campbell,Johnny Cash, Paddy Tunney,Joseph Taylor, Cream.Red Wine.Peter Grainger.John Berry,Jeanette, Neil Young, Johnny Handle,Nina Simone.Sounds Like:
Check out the new online shop where you will soon be able to buy Richard Grainger Albums and merchandise On Line at www.richard-grainger.com/shop
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xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx BOOKERS, AGENTS & FRIENDS LEND US A MOMENT! Richard is presently putting together the following tours at home and abroad. If you are reading this and can help with a venue, booking or have any recommendations please get in touch. SPAIN Feb 2009 ITALY Mar/Apr 2009 Germany/Holland/Belgium Mar 2009 Norway Jun 2009 USA East Cast August/September 2009 USA West Coast Oct 2009 Canada Sept 2009 New Zealand Nov 2009 UK Festivals, Arts Centres, Theatres and Folk Clubs Generally Available in 2009/10 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX If you can offer assistance or introduce us to a likely venue IT WOULD BE GREAT HEAR FROM YOU!!..
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Richard Ridley 1 year ago
JoAnne Connolly 2 years ago
JoAnne Connolly 2 years ago
Roger Green 2 years ago
Twegen Richard....
Your concert(s) were GREAT at the Mill Race Folk Festival in Cambridge Ontario. The crowds response to you and your songs was fantastic!!!! Well played Richard! Hope to meet up with you again in the near future. Perhaps we might have to find some folk fests to play at over there too :)
Cheers mate!!!
2 years ago
Richard Ridley Seafest 2010 was excellent. Great job by you and the team and some great seaworthy singers & musicians. My first Seafest but I hope it's not my last. Looking forward to Seafest 2011.
Richard Ridley (nee Robinson)
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PEggIe LAcasse 2 years ago
a Jigsaw Hi...Hope you like our music... Thanks for your friendship... Hope we meet you soon... Maybe on the road... We are on Tour across Europe... All the best for you... Cheers from Portugal... a Jigsaw...
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Hello Richard
Ryedale Folk Weekend was terrific. Thanks for inviting the Richard Ridley Band to play the Festival On The Moor. The Ryedale Folk Museum is a great venue and we enjoyed some excellent entertainment. Lovely & well organised festival.
Looking forward to Seafest 2011
Cheers Matey
Richard Ridley, Brian Bell & Raymond Greenoaken
The Richard Ridley Band
Hi Richard :D YES I live in the Albany, NY area. I hope that you are nearby in June :D
You sounded fantastic on the Folk show last night Richard!
Great stuff we have been singing old stuff for years, lets keep it live,
Ahoy there Richard
Enjoying your music.
Great music