EPK

This is the Pitmatics’ Electronic Press Kit

Strapline

The Pitmatics is an exciting new folk band with a focus on storytelling. Original and cover songs tell powerful tales with great arrangements, superb musicianship and stunning harmonies.

Testimonials

“Absolutely spectacular – we have a bit of treasure in here tonight” – Sue Marchant, BBC Radio Cambridgeshire. 09/09/2018.

“..incredibly talented musicians playing both mining songs of old and their own original arrangements. A great foot tapping way to start the Saturday night line up!” Tessa O’Neill, Organiser, Dinglefest.

Collaborations

The band has collaborated with great artists like Julie Felix (The Frost Report, Once More with Felix) and Garry Blakeley (Feast of Fiddles, Mariners).

Contact/More Info:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/pitmatics

Mob: 07818 812978

Email: {This email is obscured. Your must have javascript enabled to see it}

Lineup:

  • Ned Lawton: whistles, uilleann pipes, bodhran (Ragged Staff, Hartshead Pike)
  • John Birkby: mandola, guitar, banjo (Peterborough Big Band, Sunday Suits and Muddy Boots, Depth that Varies)
  • Phil Underwood: melodeons, concertina, banjo, guitar (Bill Bailey, Fishwives Choir, Creole Brothers)
  • Denise Dryburgh: percussion (De Lorelei, The Morning After)
  • All: vocals

Videos:

Promo Video:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrQC3LboeYY

Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/293782306

Appearance on BBC Cambridgeshire: https://www.facebook.com/suembignightin/videos/229489707916176/?t=9

Audio:

Photos:

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