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Songs about cuckolded molecatchers, a lone English oak tree that grows at Gallipoli, care in the community, medieval pilgrims and Victorian bare-knuckle boxers... We can only be talking about the acclaimed song and storytelling trio Harp & a Monkey.

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Reviews

Mark Radcliffe (BBC Radio 2): “Fantastic and fascinating.”  The Observer: “Bold and brilliant.” Mojo: “Inventive.” The Guardian: “Excellent.” Louder Than War: “Highly original.” Songlines: “Authentic folk with modern creativity.” Mike Harding (folk legend): “Great fan... from the leftfield but steeped in the tradition.” Kathryn Tickell (BBC Radio 2): “Unique sound – I really love the soundscapes they create.” Boff Whalley (musical activist): “Engaging, melodic and thought-provoking.” BBC New Traditions: “Remarkable storytelling, remarkably unique band - innovative and different!”  Steve Lamacq (BBC Radio 2): “Electrofolk as shiny as a new button.”  Uncut: "Their low-key charms are persistent."

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The Cruel Ship's Carpenter

Our new song from the Sing Yonder 2 compilation. You can buy the compilation album from https://karlsinfield.bandcamp.com/album/sing-yonder-2 

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