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feast of folk is in prospect this year in Eltham Folk Mob’s new season.


Having hosted folk legends Martin Carthy and Dave Swarbrick last year, the Folkmob had a hard act to follow when drawing up its plans for 2011.


But the club has landed two of the biggest fishes in the folk scene for its February and March concerts; north east troubadour Vin Garbutt and northern guitar wizard Michael Chapman.


Both are veterans of the folk scene and command loyal followings for the quality of their writing and performance.


First up, on February 23, is Vin Garbutt, son of Teesside, whose humour has


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made him a favourite on the folk scene for more than 40 years. In 2001, he won BBC Radio 2 Folk ‘Best Folk Singer’ and ‘Best Live Act’ in 2001. ‘Powerful, hugely moving, warm, inspired, funny and gut-


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Just four weeks later, the darker figure of Michael Chapman, who is one of the leading guitarists of the folk world. His unique blend of blues, country, folk and rock have made him one of the most sought-after performers. On the circuit since the 1970s, Michael is a still producing recordings and performances of high quality.


Secretary Sue Forde said: “We’re in for an exciting spring; the club is growing from strength to strength as folk music is back in the headlines again.”


Folkmob meets each Wednesday for open mic and singaround sessions at


wrenchingly honest’ are descriptions from his biography’, so a memorable concert is in prospect.


Blackheath Rugby Club and hosts regular concerts by guest acts"


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