In an English folk scene currently bursting with bold and innovative music, Lady Maisery shine brightly.
In 2016 The Guardian described theirs as “some of the most exquisite, thrilling vocal harmony work in the English folk scene”.
With their unique approach to harmony singing, intelligent and thoughtful arrangements of both traditional repertoire and original compositions, multi-instrumentalists and singers Hazel Askew, Hannah James and Rowan Rheingans harness and celebrate their united voice.
Whether unearthing a feminist twist hidden in a traditional tale, delivering a poignant anti-war ballad, or showcasing their immense multi-instrumental talents in original compositions that draw on a myriad of musical influences, Lady Maisery are skilful explorers of the power, beauty and vitality of song.
Over the last five years, the trio have toured widely, performing sell-out shows across the UK and Europe and have released three critically acclaimed albums.
Since the release of their debut album in 2011, ‘Weave and Spin’, Lady Maisery have attracted substantial attention, including being nominated for the Horizon Award at the 2012 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and regularly appearing live on national radio.
Their second album ‘Mayday’ (2013), a darker and more politically coloured record, cemented their growing reputation as a truly unique band on the English folk scene.
Third album ‘Cycle’ - their most unified, passionate and powerful work yet - was released with a sell-out 23 date tour in 2016 and more rave reviews from the national press, after three creatively charged years working extensively as a trio, as well as separately on a range of hugely successful projects.
One of these was ‘Songs of Separation’; the English/Scottish supergroup featuring all members of Lady Maisery whose debut album went straight into the indie album charts top 20 and won them the coverted ‘Best Album’ award at the 2017 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards.
Lady Maisery’s members are all highly respected performers in their own right: Hannah James is currently touring her first solo show ‘Jigdoll’ and also plays in folk legend Maddy Prior’s trio ‘3 for Joy’; Rowan Rheingans is a respected songwriter and performs with BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winning duo ‘The Rheingans Sisters’; and Hazel Askew performs with award winning duo Askew Sisters and the early music group The Artisans.
Catch the girls live at The Place in Bedford on Wednesday (March 28).
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