A singer of traditional Scottish songs will be bringing his craft to the Isle of Wight next week.
On Saturday April 8, the intimate surrounds of Medina Bookshop in Cowes will play host to the man Alasdair Roberts, who has been hailed as 'Scotland's finest singer of traditional songs. And maybe the world's'.
Following two sell out shows in London this month, Glasgow-based singer and guitarist Alasdair is touring the UK in support of his new solo album Grief in the Kitchen and Mirth in the Hall, a collection of 12 traditional songs and ballads from Scotland and beyond.
Delivered in his inimitable style with just his spare guitar picking as accompaniment, he reaches down the centuries to unpack these songs anew.
Alasdair has released several critically-acclaimed albums via Drag City Records over the past two decades.
They have alternated between collections of his own idiosyncratic and evocative compositions, and fresh interpretations of traditional songs and ballads.
Although a keen collaborator, Alasdair will be touring entirely solo, presenting material from the new album as well as from his extensive back catalogue in an intimate, stripped-down setting.
Bookshop manager Paul Armfield said: 'I am excited to be presenting this huge talent in our tiny bookshop. I am in awe of how he manages to deliver such a direct and honest performance, removing any frill to reveal and revel in the raw power of the song. A singular and unique talent. Not to be missed."
Tickets to this intimate event are extremely limited and can be purchased for £20 from Medina Bookshop in Cowes 01983 300044, or from their website
The venue has no bar so attendees are asked to bring their own refreshments. The concert starts at 7.30pm.
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