One of the most important voices in British folk music Shirley Collins returns with 'Archangel Hill', her third album for Domino. Due for release on May 26th 2023, it showcases another peerless collection of songs chosen by Collins, some from traditional sources but others from favourite writers of hers. Produced by Ian Kearey - Shirley Collins' musical director - the arrangements were shared between Collins, Kearey, Pip Barnes, as well as Dave Arthur and Pete Cooper, players from The Lodestar Band. All of the songs on the album were recorded last year except for 'Hand and Heart', which was taken from a live performance at the Sydney Opera House in 1980 and features an arrangement by Shirley's beloved and talented sister Dolly Collins.
Track Listing:
1. Fare Thee Well My Dearest Dear - Shirley Collins
2. Lost in a Wood - Shirley Collins
3. The Captain With the Whiskers - Shirley Collins
4. June Apple - Shirley Collins
5. The Golden Glove - Shirley Collins
6. High and Away - Shirley Collins
7. Oakham Poachers - Shirley Collins
8. Hares On the Mountain - Shirley Collins
9. Hand and Heart - Shirley Collins
10. The Bonny Labouring Boy - Shirley Collins
11. Swaggering Boney - Shirley Collins
12. How Far Is It to Bethlehem? - Shirley Collins
13. Archangel Hill - Shirley Collins
Year of Production: 2023
