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The Downfall of Pears

by The New Scorpion Band

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Bold Lovell 04:08
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The Hard Times of Old England 03:29
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3.
Derwentwater's Farewell, Sir John Fenwick's Flower Amang Them All 07:56
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A Smugglers Song 05:01
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The Friar in the Well 04:39
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The Down fall of Pears (Paris). 03:55
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The Sad Sea Waves 04:08
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Four Scots Tunes: I Wish I Were Where Helen Lies, The Banks of Spey, Colonel MacDougall of Dunolly, Reel of the MacFarlanes 07:47
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I Live Not Where I Love 04:55
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Lord Bateman, The Marquis of Lorne 13:06
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“This English band never disappoints. They always produce albums that are whole-hearted and all encompassing. Now dear North Americans, excuse me if I use a British sporting metaphor! If this band were a cricketer, they could dash off the fastest hundred of the season, bowl a spirited fast medium (and also fall back upon off-breaks when another spinner was called for), field anywhere (including donning the wicket-keeper's pads), and even have the humility to bring out the drinks as twelfth man. Correction: there is one role they couldn't adopt. They couldn't stonewall a la Trevor Bailey to save a game: that is not their style. Their style is to entertain. And here as usual we have something for everyone interested in Traditional Folk Music. Tim Laycock sings as effortlessly as ever; and this time I was particularly taken by Sharon Lindo's genuine Shirley Collins-ish pure/innocent voice of Olde England (not the faux-naive voice demonstrated by some women on the UK Folk Scene). And Brian Gulland's array of wind instruments also impressed. Two of my all time favourite songs are here, "I Live Not Where I Love" and "The Hard Times of Old England". But my favourite cut was their version of that grand old song I had not heard in an age: "The Friar in The Well". Naughty, but very nice. Decent liner notes too. Black print on a white background: you cannot beat it. And good informative artwork to boot.” - Dai Woosnam, The Living Tradition, the leading UK Folk Magazine.
“That they have developed such a close musical relationship is testimony to their superb musicianship and to the strength of their commitment to this wonderful musical adventure. I find the two 'big' songs on this record the most appealing. Both get the full benefit of the band's extraordinary range of instruments. In both cases the songs emerge refreshed... The arrangement for Lord Bateman is a real work of art. The epic ballad is retold in graphic fashion, with the musical accompaniments playing a full part in relating the narrative... wonderful stuff.” - Eddie Upton, Folk South West
“This fine band's 'fanciful and haphazard rummaging in Britain's musical attic' has resulted in a cracking assortment, treated to arrangements full and fair. Tim Laycock leads most of the vocals to be sure, but he has four guys each laden down with a huge collection of instruments. All tunes and songs are traditional except for Kipling's 'Smuggler's Song', and it is impossible to fault these performances, so perfect are these jewels in their settings. The 16-page booklet is truly delightful. A landmark in British song.” - Chris Ridley, Folknews Kernow

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released January 1, 2004

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The New Scorpion Band England, UK

The New Scorpion Band is one of the most entertaining and original groups in British traditional music. Their virtuosic playing, rich vocal harmonies, sophisticated musical arrangements and spectacular collection of traditional and historical instruments combine to create the distinctive sound that has won the New Scorpion Band a wide following, both in Britain and internationally. ... more

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