Customer Reviews:
Review #1: A different kind of folk
2007-10-10 
Archie Fisher. a familiar figure in Scottish folk music but little known in the U.S.A.. presents these fresh and somewhat unfamiliar folk songs with clear diction and feeling. His "Black Horse" poem is wonderful.
Review #2: Why are some gems undiscovered?
2007-02-06 
Archie Fisher has come a long way since his first albums decades ago in Scotland. He has always had a strong following in Great Britain and in Canada, but somehow is not well known in the US. That is our loss.
Several years ago I had the opportunity to see him perform in Palmer, Alaska in a little coffee shop packed to the eaves with Alaskans in love with the music of Scotland and Ireland. He mesmerized us all, the fisher capturing us, like salmon in the sea in his musical nets. Fisher is no longer young and when he sings and talks it is with the wistfulness, the humor and the wisdom of a long life. These are not all songs that he wrote, but they are all songs that he brings to vibrant life. This is an album that is fresh and alive; the music of a modern balladeer. One could believe that Fisher is sharing the loves, the lessons and the trials of his own life. That is what makes for great talent and astonishing musical experiences. To listen to this album is to explore the universals of the human experienc. Fisher is a huge talent and this is an album which allows us to savor that talent.
Review #3: ARCHIE AT THE TOP OF HIS FORM...
2001-04-26
This is without a doubt one of the finest CDs in my collection, and has been one of my favorites for many years. Archie Fisher's voice is pure magic -- and the songs he writes (or, in some cases, chooses) match it perfectly. The melodies are haunting and beautiful, but what really stands out for me in these selections is the pure quality of the words -- this is poetry at its finest. There's not a single weak track among these here, but the one that gets deep into my soul every time I hear it is 'The presence' -- a song could not possibly be more perfectly written.Archie's releases are few and far between over the last few years -- this was recorded back in the 80s, and it, I believe, is actually his latest recording. Rumor has it he's been working on a new one for a year or two -- let's hope it proves to be true. Many thanks to Red House for making this fine album more readily available to stateside music fans.
Review #4: Scotland's finest singer songwriter at his best
1999-08-25
A magical recording by the finest voice in Scottish folk music - deep and rich as his country's glens and lochs. Archie's lovely relaxed guitar picking is beautifully accompanied by a few other instruments and he casts a spell over the listener with a series of gentle ballads about characters and places he knows and loves. "Ashfields and Brine", "Shipyard Apprentice", "Cuillins of Home" and "Merry England" display his love of place, "Gunsmoke and Whiskey" and "Bill Hosie" are marvellous evocations of interesting characters. However his "love" songs are totally stunning - "The Prescence" is one of the most affecting pieces of music imaginable - achingly poetic story of an ageing spinster's regrets and proud faith. Another highlight is his recitation "The Black Horse" - brilliant - no effects, no music, just pure voice and perfect delivery. Haunting! Do yourself a favour - buy this album.
Review #5: A terrific poet and singer
1998-07-14
This man is an undiscovered treasure. His lyrics are pure poetry. And his music is quite good. I've also heard others sing his songs and its always impressive. This is an album worth having! |
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