Keith Kendrick
Discography
"Good traditional singers are people who can phrase words so that a story is told without affecting the musical line of a good tune. Keith ably demonstrates, with all his experience, how well this can be done. He uses the pace of the song, variations in the tune and the texture of his voice to communicate each song to his listeners." - English Dance and Song Magazine.
"A solidly-voiced singer with an enviable repertoire to lean on. His CD 'Home Ground' is an education in singing for those who need it and a thoroughly enjoyable listen for those who don't. Excellent!" - Folk On Tap.
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Keith's latest C.D. "Songs From the Derbyshire Coast" was released in August 2006. for more information check out Wild Goose Records at www.wildgoose.co.uk
Songs From the Derbyshire Coast
Keith Kendrick
has been around for quite a while now and will certainly be known to readers
of TLT, not only through his recent albums (this is his third for the
worthy WildGoose label) but also through his work with some of the most
respected bands of recent years: The Druids, Ram's Bottom Band and Muckram
Wakes.
On this new CD Keith is joined by some of the finest musicians and singers
around. The cast list is too long for me to name everyone here but in
whatever combination they appear their contribution adds to the performance,
they are integral not just support.
The choice of material and clever arrangements are perfectly suited to
Keith's rich voice and singing style. His repertoire reflects his interests
in songs and song variants from Derbyshire and his enthusiasm for maritime
material. There must be a clue to the title somewhere! Whether sea-shanty,
a hunting song or a carol from the Sheffield pub singing tradition everything
sits nicely together in what is not only a varied and rewarding programme
but is also fun and all-involved while maintaining the highest musical
standard. It is clear that the musicians are enjoying themselves and this
enjoyment is easily picked up by the listener.
I like everything about the CD, the first class artwork, the chatty notes,
the fine production and the overall authentic feel. One of the best for
some time.
Danny Saunders - The Living Tradition (18 September 2006)
(Wild Goose Records WGS337CD)
(Cock Robin Records CRM096)
Keith Kendrick, Derek Gifford & Geoff Higginbottom
(Wild Goose Records WGS 317 CD)
(Wild Goose Records WGS303CD)
(Steel Carpet Music MAT008CD)
First released on cassette in 1993. Remastered and released on CD in 2001 with 3 extra tracks
1998
(Fellside FECD118)
Keith Kendrick
Keith Kendrick & Ian Smith
Featuring The East kent Hoppers & The Imperial Union Mega Chorus
1980
"The Young May Moon"
Ram's Bottom. (No Longer Available)
1972
"Giles Farnaby's Dream Band"
The Druids, St George's Canzona, Trevor Crozier. (No Longer Available)
1971
"Pastime With Good Company"
The Druids (no longer available)
1970
"Burnt Offering"
The Druids (no longer available)
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