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We’re kicking off the second series with the brilliant Anna RG who’s introducing us to The Wife of Usher’s Well, a ghostly story of a grieving mother visited by her 3 deceased children. Conversation touches on unexpectedly diverse topics such as the life of the British immigrant in America and the often overlooked patchwork of traditions which make up the country. Anna goes on to talk about how we can expand the ways of interpreting traditional music today with the huge variety of techniques available to us.

/// ANNA & ELIZABETH'S TAKE ///

https://annarg.cargo.site/WIFE-OF-USHERS-WELL

Created with Elizabeth LaPrelle and featuring a recording of Eunice Yeatts McAlexander. Hear more, including their album The Invisible Comes To Us, at annaandelizabeth.bandcamp.com

/// TAKE PART ///

Score, chords & lyrics (.pdf):  https://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/s/otft-scores-ep-7-wife-of-ushers-well.pdf
Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1s42E2Ys1sjt22ZvBrJ5WA?si=XVBBe0g9R9eUVUnEmAUrMg

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Anna will be back again to listen to your takes in the second part of this episode released Monday 12 April. Remember to get your takes to us by Monday 5 April to feature! Drop us a message if you have any questions.

We're planning a meetup on Saturday 20th March at 11am - an informal chat where we'll be answering questions and generally nerding out about music. Check our Facebook page for more details

/// MUSIC CREDITS ///

2:05 - Mother in the Graveyard - Anna & Elizabeth
8:01 - Jeano - Anna & Elizabeth
15:35 - The Irish patriot - Anna & Elizabeth
18:25 The Wife of Usher’s Well - Anna & Elizabeth (feat. Eunice Yeatts McAlexander
24:37 The Three Babes - Texas Gladden
28:11 The Three Babes - Eunice Yeats McAlexander
30:52 The Wife of Usher’s Well - Anna & Elizabeth (feat. Eunice Yeatts McAlexander
36:46 The Three Babes - The Vicars of Skiffle

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The Wife of Usher's Well // Anna RG - pt 1

PLAYLIST OF YOUR TAKES /// https://soundcloud.com/oldtunesfreshtakes/sets/your-takes-the-wife-of-ushers

We’re back with Anna Roberts-Gevalt to listen through your takes. Anna set us the challenge of interpreting The Wife of Usher’s Well, a ghostly story of a mother’s grief as she’s visited by her three departed sons. If you haven’t already, we recommend you listen to part 1 where she introduces the tune and the major themes.

Part 1: https://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/episodes/the-wife-of-ushers-well-anna-rg-pt-1

/// YOUR TAKES /// 
Listen along to the full playlist of takes here: https://soundcloud.com/oldtunesfreshtakes/sets/your-takes-the-wife-of-ushers

We were once again bowled over by the incredible sensitivity and variety of submissions. A huge thanks to everyone who submitted a take - this month we’ve got @kev_pritchard, @user-645608923, @mrcathair, @johndompaiva, @catapholc, @asymptotes, @stevemoisey, @mattmilton, @hgsorme, @ceryshafana and @ian-jackson-177565854

/// GET INVOLVED ///

We’ve set up a group on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/oldtunesfreshtakescommunity/) for the Old Tunes Fresh Takes community to share ideas, submit tracks for feedback and just generally geek out about trad tunes and music production. We’ve had some great conversations already over the last month, so whether you’re thinking about submitting a take or just want to go deeper between episodes then join us!

Thinking of submitting? Read our quick guide on how to submit your fresh take: https://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/how-to-submit

/// COMING UP ///

We’ll be back again on Monday 19 April, this time with comedian Stewart Lee who will be introducing us to Willie O’ Winsbury. If you want to get a headstart, you can find example scores, chords and lyrics here (https://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/s/otft-scores-ep-8-willie-o-winsbury.pdf) and a Spotify playlist of existing versions here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HylbPagq7y2tikY8RgIwb?si=07d335ddf0524955

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The Wife of Usher's Well // Anna RG - pt 2

This episode we're joined by the comedian Stewart Lee who is asking you to reimagine Willie of Winsbury, an odd tale of illicit love, a pansexual ghost, and denunciation of property rights. Stewart unpicks some of the rich symbolism at the heart of this beguiling popular folk song and we explore how one man’s accident in the mid-20th century may (or may not) have come to dominate the song’s recent history of interpretation.

Check out Stewart’s documentary King Rocker here: https://www.sky.com/watch/channel/sky-arts/king-rocker

Watch Stewart’s chart topping track ‘Coming Over Here’ with Asian Dub Foundation here: https://youtu.be/_kkOHtniTts

/// TAKE PART ///

Score, chords & lyrics (.pdf): http://www.oldtunesfreshtakes.com/s/otft-scores-ep-8-willie-o-winsbury.pdf
Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HylbPagq7y2tikY8RgIwb?si=EVhwCLTWTG-nJCqpXJRm5A
How to submit your take: oldtunesfreshtakes.com/how-to-submit

Stewart will be back again to listen to your takes in the second part of this episode released Monday 17 May. Remember to get your takes to us by Monday 10 May to feature! Drop us a message if you have any questions.

/// COMMUNITY ///

If you’re interested in getting deeper into the conversation, come and join our group on Facebook. There’s been some amazing chats over the last month with people sharing demos, feedback and ideas.

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/// MUSIC CREDITS ///

6:27 - Coming Over Here - Asian Dub Foundation
11:09 - Prayer for a Saint - Ustad Saami
18:55 - Willie O’ Winsbury - Dick Gaughan
21:55 - Willie O’ Winsbury - Anais Mitchell & Jefferson Hamer
24:27 - Willie O’ Winsbury - Dick Gaughan
30:41 - Willie O’ Winsbury - Anne Briggs
33:38 - Willie O’ Winsbury - Sweeney’s Men
38:17 - Lord Thomas of Winesbury and the King’s Daughter - Barbara Dickson
40:33 - Willie O’ Winsbury - Offa Rex
45:00 - Polly on the Shore - Stewart Lee and Stuart Estell

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Willie O' Winsbury // Stewart Lee - pt 1

/// PLAYLIST OF YOUR TAKES /// 
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Stewart Lee joins us again to listen through your takes of Willie O' Winsbury. This story sees a king return from prison to find his daughter pregnant and after throwing a bit of a wobble, unexpectedly takes something of a shine to her dashing suitor. If you haven't already, we recommend you go and listen to part one where Stewart introduces the tune to us.

Part 1: oldtunesfreshtakes.com/episodes/willie-o-winsbury-stewart-lee-pt-1

/// YOUR TAKES ///
Listen along to the full playlist of takes here: soundcloud.com/oldtunesfreshtakes/sets/your-takes-willie-o-winsbury

There was a phenomenal response to Stewart's challenge, with over 20 brilliant and unique versions to share. A huge thanks to everyone who submitted a take - this month we’ve got @eyelesschalonstone, @kev_pritchard, @craven-703713690, @lizzie-hassack, @lasthumanmusic, @user-912005578, @goldthing, @mattmilton, @user-645608923, @jjarv, @asymptotes, @mrcathair, @user-397258334, @rain-bow-744856463, @user-680889797, @user-977936193, @ceryshafana, @sam-gardham, @catapholc, @hgsorme and @linusorri

/// JOIN THE COMMUNITY ///

We’ve set up a group on Facebook (www.facebook.com/groups/oldtunesfreshtakescommunity/) for the Old Tunes Fresh Takes community to share ideas, submit tracks for feedback and just generally geek out about trad tunes and music production. We’ve had some great conversations already over the last month, so whether you’re thinking about submitting a take or just want to go deeper between episodes then join us!

Thinking of submitting? Read our quick guide on how to submit your fresh take: oldtunesfreshtakes.com/how-to-submit

/// COMING UP ///

Due to recent unforeseen events, we're taking a bit of an unscheduled break. We don't know when we'll be back, but we know it won't be too long so make sure you subscribe to the podcast and follow our social media pages to find out when our next episode with Debbie Armour will be out. 

Debbie's introducing us to the dark world of Child Owlet, a brutal and bloody tale of shameful accusations and grisly executions. If you want to get a headstart, you can find example scores, chords and lyrics here (https://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/s/otft-scores-ep-9-child-owlet.pdf) and a Spotify playlist of existing versions here: open.spotify.com/playlist/5afQ2f41ht41qm1SncgHGH?si=t-WbiRzMTk6l0NHOcQSmQQ&nd=1

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Willie O' Winsbury // Stewart Lee - pt 2

This episode we're joined by Debbie Armour who is asking you to reimagine the dark tale of Child Owlet, with themes of incest, cuckoldry and grisly execution. 

Debbie is a Glasgow based musician, working primarily with traditional song. Broadly, her work is motivated by ideas of persistence, resonance and deep cultural roots. In her primary project, Burd Ellen, she uses British and international traditional song to explore women's narratives. She is also a founder member of critically acclaimed contemporary folk a cappella group Green Ribbons.

Check out Burd Ellen’s album Says The Never Beyond here: https://burdellen.bandcamp.com/album/says-the-never-beyond

/// TAKE PART ///

Chords, scores & lyrics (.pdf): https://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/s/otft-scores-ep-9-child-owlet.pdf 
Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5afQ2f41ht41qm1SncgHGH?si=8070092c3e8c4808

Find a quick guide on how to submit here: https://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/how-to-submit

Debbie will be back again to listen to your takes in the second part of this episode released Monday 19 July. Remember to get your takes to us by Monday 12 July to feature! Drop us a message if you have any questions.

/// COMMUNITY ///

If you’re interested in getting deeper into the conversation, come and join our group on Facebook. There’s been some amazing chats over the last month with people sharing demos, feedback and ideas.

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Meetup: If you’d like to join us for a chat about old tunes, we’re also having an informal Zoom meetup on Saturday 26 June at 11:00. Stay for the hour or just pop in to say hi! 

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/// MUSIC CREDITS ///

4:30 - Coventry Carol - Burd Ellen
9:42 - Cutty Wren - Burd Ellen
14:30 - Sans Day Carol - Burd Ellen
20:25 - Hela’r Dryw Bach - Burd Ellen
26:15 - Corpus Christi Carol - Burd Ellen
32:23 - Chylde Owlet - Ewan MacColl
36:27 - Child Owlet - Fay Hield
38:48 - Child Owlet - Eric
43:43 - Child Owlet - Steeleye Span

Child Owlet // Debbie Armour - pt 1

Debbie is back again as we listen through your brilliant takes of Child Owlet, a harrowing tale of a hapless lad’s grisly execution at the hands of the jaded Lady Erskine and Lord Ronald. 

Listen to the full takes here: https://soundcloud.com/oldtunesfreshtakes/sets/your-takes-child-owlet

/// TIMESTAMPS ///

1:16 - Intro
5:00 - Tim's Take
13:59 - Jack's Take
21:55 - Your Takes
74:47 - Outro

/// LISTEN TO PART ONE///

If you haven't already, we recommend you go and listen to part one where Debbie introduces the tune to us.

https://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/episodes/child-owlet-debbie-armour-pt-1

/// YOUR TAKES ///

Playlist: https://soundcloud.com/oldtunesfreshtakes/sets/your-takes-child-owlet

We’ve had an incredible response, with 20 takes in the playlist. A huge thanks to everyone who submitted a take - this month we’ve got: @kev_pritchard; @user-397258334; @lizzie-hassack; @llehnitor; @user-462126067; @user-912005578; @joshua-kirch; @asymptotes; @richard-toller-906113985; @catapholc; @mattmilton; @mrcathair; @sam-gardham; @user-144263673; @ceryshafana; @hgsorme; @linusorri

/// JOIN THE COMMUNITY ///

We’ve set up a group on Facebook for the Old Tunes Fresh Takes community to share ideas, submit tracks for feedback and just generally geek out about trad tunes and music production. 

http://www.facebook.com/groups/oldtunesfreshtakescommunity/

We’ve had some great conversations already over the last month, so whether you’re thinking about submitting a take or just want to go deeper between episodes then join us!

Thinking of submitting? Read our quick guide on how to submit your fresh take: http://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/how-to-submit

/// COMING UP ///

Next up, we’re chatting with Olugbenga Adelekan (Metronomy/Eku Fantasy) who’s introducing us to Iwe Kiko, a Yoruba song about the agrarian life and the importance of remembering tradition.  

Part one comes out next Monday 26 July. If you want to get a headstart, you can find example scores, chords and lyrics here: https://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/s/otft-scores-ep-10-iwe-kiko.pdf

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Child Owlet // Debbie Armour - pt 2

This episode we're joined by Olugbenga Adelekan who is asking you to reimagine Iwe Kiko, a traditional Yoruba song about agriculture and remembering tradition in an increasingly urbanised world.

Olugbenga is a Brighton based DJ, producer and musician, perhaps best known as the bassist in Metronomy and a one half of 'sleek, sci-fi influenced pop' duo Eku Fantasy. He's worked with the likes of Damon Albarn, Paloma Faith and La Roux as well as remixing tracks for Laura Marling, Janelle Monae, Mew, Alt-J, Depeche Modeand the Scissor Sisters and co-producing a track on Solange’s A Seat At The Table.

His childhood was split between Nigeria and the Netherlands, before moving to the UK where he finished school in South London and then studied at King's College, Cambridge. We were interested to hear about Olugbenga’s approaches to music production, and also how growing up in different cultures informs his attitudes towards tradition and traditional music.

Check out Eku Fantasy’s music here: https://ekufantasy.bandcamp.com/

/// TAKE PART ///

Example score, chords & lyrics (.pdf): https://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/s/otft-scores-ep-10-iwe-kiko.pdf
Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQZQJK-E34w5XTZ-p8Nv0U08LIDhCTnrR

Find a quick guide on how to submit here: https://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/how-to-submit

Olugbenga will be back to listen to your takes in the second part of this episode released on Monday 23 August. If you’d like to be included in the podcast then try and get your version to us by Monday 16th August to get your versions included in the podcast. Drop us a message if you have any questions.

/// COMMUNITY ///

If you’re interested in getting deeper into the conversation, come and join our group on Facebook. There’s been some amazing chats over the last month with people sharing demos, feedback and ideas.

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/// MUSIC CREDITS ///

6:28 - Living On The Outside - Eku Fantasy
11:30 - Reset - Three Trapped Tigers [Olugbenga Edit]
14:37 - Divine - Laura Marling [Olugbenga Remix]
22:25 - Iwe Kiko - Ayomide Dosumu
30:35 - Iwe Kiko - Stephen Ayodotun
35:55 - Ise Agbe - Deepest [ft. Kdsky]
42:16 - Iwe Kiko - Jumbo Aniebiet
46:43 - Iwe Kiko - ITCellos

Iwe Kiko // Olugbenga Adelekan - pt 1

We’re joined once again by Olugbenga Adelekan to listen through your incredible takes of Iwe Kiko, a traditional Yoruba children’s song about remembering tradition in a modernised world. 

If you haven't already, we really recommend you go and listen to part one where Olugbenga introduces the tune to us.

Listen to part one: https://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/episodes/iwe-kiko-olugbenga-adelekan-pt-1

Also, check out Olugbenga and Seye Adelekan’s project Obalende Sector here: https://www.drmartens.com/uk/en_gb/dm-presents/seye-olugbenga-adelekan?fbclid=IwAR220RnDKvvbz6EQ3GnRr4AbKFLctigAtchXC0jIedWd4dNTrbgcFhvGf2Y

/// YOUR TAKES ///

Playlist: https://soundcloud.com/oldtunesfreshtakes/sets/your-takes-iwe-kiko

We’ve had an incredible response, with 11 takes in the playlist. A huge thanks to everyone who submitted a take - this month we’ve got: @kev_pritchard; @user-912005578; @user-397258334; @mrcathair; @mattmilton; @eyelesschalonstone; @asymptotes; @richard-toller-906113985; @lizzie-hassack

/// JOIN THE COMMUNITY ///

We’ve set up a group on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/groups/oldtunesfreshtakescommunity/) for the Old Tunes Fresh Takes community to share ideas, submit tracks for feedback and just generally geek out about trad tunes and music production. We’ve had some great conversations already over the last month, so whether you’re thinking about submitting a take or just want to go deeper between episodes then join us!

Thinking of submitting? Read our quick guide on how to submit your fresh take: http://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/how-to-submit

/// COMING UP ///

Next up, we’re chatting with Martin Green (Lau/Eliza Carthy) who’s inviting you to take on Lyke Wake Dirge, an ancient funeral poem telling of the soul’s journey into the beyond. 

Part one comes out next Monday 30 August. If you want to get a headstart, you can find example scores, chords and lyrics here: https://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/s/otft-scores-ep-11-lyke-wake-dirge.pdf

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Iwe Kiko // Olugbenga Adelekan - pt 2

This episode we're joined by Martin Green who is challenging you to reimagine Lyke Wake Dirge, an ancient funeral chant about the soul’s journey through purgatory.

Martin is a multi-award winning musician and composer who has collaborated with many artists and musicians including the likes of Eliza Carthy, Joan Baez, Anais Mitchell and Aidan Moffatt. As a member of Lau he has won four BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards for Best Group and in 2015 he was nominated in the Best Musician category. In 2019 he won the Ivor Novello award for his sound walk “Aeons” that was part of The Great Exhibition of the North.

We first came across Martin’s work in his 2015 show Flit, a multimedia, collaborative song cycle on the theme of migration. As a performer steeped in traditional music but with a process informed by sampling, electronics, and interdisciplinary storytelling, we wanted to get his insight on how he traverses these multiple planes

Check out Martin’s recent project The Portal here: https://www.martingreenmusic.co.uk/the-portal

/// TAKE PART ///

Example score, chords & lyrics (.pdf): https://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/s/otft-scores-ep-11-lyke-wake-dirge.pdf

Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Leguo02bugW9FnyVS4D5v?nd=1&si=020922c010cc4d86

Find a quick guide on how to submit here: https://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/how-to-submit

Martin will be back to listen to your takes in the second part of this episode released on Monday 27 September. If you’d like to be included in the podcast then try and get your version to us by Monday 20th September to get your versions included in the podcast. Drop us a message if you have any questions.

/// COMMUNITY ///

If you’re interested in getting deeper into the conversation, come and join our group on Facebook. There’s been some amazing chats over the last month with people sharing demos, feedback and ideas.

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/// MUSIC CREDITS ///

10:54 - Strange Sky - Martin Green (featuring Becky Unthank) [From Flit]
17:10 - Etteridge - Martin Green (featuring Brìghde Chaimbeul) [From The Portal]
19:46 - A Place Of Crisps And Pianos - Martin Green
28:48 - Lyke Wake Dirge - The Young Tradition
34:30 - Lyke Wake Dirge - Martin Green (featuring Becky Unthank)
39:41 - A Lyke Wake Dirge - Alasdair Roberts
42:06 - Dirge from Serenade for Tenor, Horn and Strings - Benjamin Britten (featuring Peter Pears)
43:45 - Lyke Wake Dirge - Trumpets of Death
46:55 - Lyke Wake Dirge - Tom Chapman, Claire Chapman and Dave Allen (members of the Lyke Wake Walking Club)

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Lyke Wake Dirge // Martin Green - pt 1

We’re back with Martin Green to chat through your fantastic takes of Lyke Wake Dirge, an ancient funeral poem detailing a soul's journey through purgatory into the beyond. 

If you haven’t already, definitely go and check out part one of this episode where we introduce the song.

Part 1 of Lyke Wake Dirge: https://oldtunesfreshtakes.com/episodes/lyke-wake-dirge-martin-green-pt-1

Also, check out Martin on tour with Lau from late October: https://www.lau-music.co.uk/gigs/

/// YOUR TAKES ///

Listen to the playlist here: https://soundcloud.com/oldtunesfreshtakes/sets/your-takes-lyke-wake-dirge

We’ve got 15 brilliant versions of Lyke Wake Dirge to share, huge thanks to all our contributors: @cracklassi; @user-462126067; @kev_pritchard; @user-912005578; @lizzie-hassack; @joshua-kirch; @richard-toller-906113985; @mattmilton; @mrcathair; @asymptotes; @ceryshafana; @burd-ellen; @user-397258334

/// JOIN THE COMMUNITY ///

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Even though the series is over, we’ll be keeping the conversation going on our Facebook group. It’s a place for our Old Tunes Fresh Takes community to share ideas, submit tracks for feedback and just generally geek out about trad tunes and music production. 

Whether you’re thinking of submitting a take in the future or just want to go deeper into the world of modern folk music then join us. We’re also really keen to get your ideas about how to take the project even further so if you’ve got any ideas for things you’d like to see, drop us an email or a message on social media.

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Lyke Wake Dirge // Martin Green pt 2

An introduction to the idea behind Old Tunes Fresh Takes.  Episode 1 coming 20/4

If you want to take part, please check out our Facebook and Twitter pages below.  A pack of resources to help get you started can be found here: https://bit.ly/39GAnfE

Can't wait to hear from you!

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Episode #0 - Introduction

We discuss our approaches to interpreting the Cruel Mother, a dark and somewhat problematic song with themes of infanticide and ghostly apparitions, as well as incredible submissions from the Old Tunes Fresh Takes community.

// PLAYLIST //
Hear the full list of featured songs: https://soundcloud.com/oldtunesfreshtakes/sets/episode-1-cruel-mother

We also introduce the next episode's tune, the Bitter Withy - a 14th Century song from Hereford where we meet a young Jesus drowning a few local posh lads. If you want to get involved and have a go for next month's episode, you can find resources to get you started here. To feature, make sure you get it to us by 17:00 on Friday 15 May.

In the meantime, make sure you stay up to date and keep in touch by following us on Facebook, Twitter or via SoundCloud.

Episode #1 - Cruel Mother

We discuss our takes on The Bitter Withy, a mysterious 14th century tune from Hereford where young Jesus gets lashed by his mother for murdering a couple of posh lads. 

We then discuss the brilliant submissions from the community (link to the full versions below) and introduce next month's tune, Edward, a beautifully simple tale of fratricide and a study in the economy of storytelling.

// TIMESTAMPS //
Intro to Bitter Withy - 1:35
Tim's version - 4:42
Jack's version - 13:49
Submissions - 23:32
Introducing 'Edward' - 52:34
Outro - 60:40

// PLAYLIST // 
Listen to the full versions of tracks featured in the episode: soundcloud.com/oldtunesfreshtakes/sets/episode-2-playlist-bitter

Featuring @digdawwwwwg, @ian-jackson-177565854, @asymptotes, @catapholc, @hevelwood, @jacktherobot, @pomegranate-jones, @user-535264799, @john-dom-paiva and @robert-semp

// GET INVOLVED //
If you want to take part and learn Edward along with us, you can get resources here: bit.ly/otft-resources. 

To feature, make sure you get your version to us by Monday 8 June. 

To help you get some ideas we'll be sharing some of the versions we like across our social media pages over the next few weeks, so make sure you follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Episode #2 - The Bitter Withy

We discuss our takes on Edward, a chilling account of a son confessing murder to his mother before fleeing on a bottomless boat.

We then discuss the brilliant submissions from listeners (check out the playlist of all versions below!) and introduce next month's tune, The Brisk Lad, a gnarly tale of stealing sheep under moonlight.

// TIMESTAMPS //
Intro to Edward - 1:49
Our versions - 5:53
Submissions - 20:01
Introducing The Brisk Lad - 45:47

// PLAYLIST //
Listen to the full versions of tracks featured in the episode: 
https://soundcloud.com/oldtunesfreshtakes/sets/episode-3-edward

Featuring @digdawwwwwg, @ian-jackson-177565854, @asymptotes, @catapholc, @hevelwood, @jacktherobot, @pomegranate-jones and @user-445575915 (Winter's), @johnnyblack_uk, @smophmusic, @heyjial and @megwassell, @user-620014885 (Hope House Assemble), @john-dom-paiva and @jjarv

// GET INVOLVED //
If you want to take part and learn The Brisk Lad along with us, you can get resources here: bit.ly/otft-resources.

To feature, make sure you get your version to us by Monday 13 July.

To help you get some ideas we'll be sharing some of the versions we like across our social media pages over the next few weeks, so make sure you follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Episode #3 - Edward

We discuss our takes on The Brisk Lad, a bleak character portrait of a man driven to sheep-stealing in order to feed his family.

We then discuss the brilliant submissions from listeners (check out the playlist of all versions below!) and introduce next month's tune, Geordie, a ballad about a woman's fight for her husband's freedom.

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// TIMESTAMPS //
Intro to The Brisk Lad - 1:40
Jack's version - 2:30
Tim's version - 8:08
Submissions - 14:17
Introducing Geordie - 44:12

// PLAYLIST //
Listen to the full versions of tracks featured in the episode:
https://soundcloud.com/oldtunesfreshtakes/sets/episode-4-playlist-the-brisk

Featuring @ian-jackson-177565854, @asymptotes, @henry-parker, @catapholc, @pomegranate-jones, @ceryshafana, @thegoodnightmistress, @digdawwwwwg, @smophmusic,  @chaoslol, @user-445575915 (Winter's), @user-620014885 (Hope House Assemble) and @john-dom-paiva

Check out JK's video take here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0iNW2z_p8Pw

// GET INVOLVED //
If you want to take part and learn Geordie along with us, you can get resources here: bit.ly/otft-resources

For inspiration, check out this playlist of existing takes of Geordie here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37rszJQ59rL7SUDzr3sOui?si=jTpAfWifQhio1iQzswCK3A

To feature, make sure you get your version to us by Monday 10 August.  Feel free to get in touch if you've got any questions.

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Episode #4 - The Brisk Lad

We pick up the conversation about Geordie with writer, musician and self-confessed traditional music geek Jon Wilks (https://jonwilks.online/). Then we discuss our takes on this desperate tale of one woman's quest to save her husband from the gallows.

We then discuss the brilliant submissions from listeners (check out the playlist of all versions below!) and introduce next month's tune, Young William, a light-hearted romp with some slightly questionable ethics.

Hosted by @hevelwood and @JackTheRobot

Keep your eyes out for a bonus episode with Jon coming in the next few days where we go into even more depth on the history of this popular folk song. Also check out The Old Songs Podcast here: https://www.mixcloud.com/TheOldSongsPodcast/

// TIMESTAMPS //
Chat with Jon Wilks from The Old Songs Podcast - 1:54
Tim's version - 12:34
Jack's version - 20:34
Submissions - 27:46
Young William - 57:36

// PLAYLIST //
Listen to the full versions of tracks featured in the episode:
https://soundcloud.com/oldtunesfreshtakes/sets/episode-5-geordie

Featuring @ian-jackson-177565854, @kev-pritchard-125468724, @asymptotes, @Catapholc, @CerysHafana, @john-dom-paiva, @user-977936193, @user-208919362, @blue-jeans-2020 and John & Jane Hearson.

// GET INVOLVED //
If you want to take part and learn Young William along with us, you can get resources here: bit.ly/otft-resources

To feature, make sure you get your version to us by Monday 14 September. Feel free to get in touch if you've got any questions.

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Episode #5 - Geordie

/// BONUS EPISODE ///

We had such a great chat with Jon we had to share the full version with you!  Jon goes in depth on tales of eccentric song collectors, the intercontinental history of 'Geordie', and why books of folk songs may have more in common with Youtube playlists than you think...

Make sure to check out Jon's show 'The Old Songs Podcast' here: www.mixcloud.com/TheOldSongsPodcast/

Hosted by @hevelwood and @JackTheRobot

Check our latest regular episode here:
https://soundcloud.com/oldtunesfreshtakes/episode-5-geordie

// GET INVOLVED //
If you want to take part in episode 6 and learn Young William along with us, you can get resources here: bit.ly/otft-resources

To feature on the podcast, make sure you get your version to us by Monday 14 September. Feel free to get in touch if you've got any questions.

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Episode #5.5 - Jon Wilks on 'Geordie'

In our final episode of the first series, we look at Young William otherwise known as 'Kiss me in the Dark'. Perhaps the most challenging song of the series, listeners be warned that this episode has some uncomfortable subject matter concerning sexual assault and humiliation. Still, our contributors have taken the dive and come up with some amazing responses which we discuss in depth.

We're totally emotional about finishing our first series but fear not as we've got big plans for the future. Keep an eye on our social media for a mixtape coming in the next few months and a second series in the new year.

Hosted by @hevelwood and @JackTheRobot

// TIMESTAMPS //
Intro to Young William - 1:42
Jack's version - 7:20
Tim's version - 15:02
Submissions - 24:37
Series summary - 47:55

// PLAYLIST //
Listen to the full versions of tracks featured in the episode:

https://soundcloud.com/oldtunesfreshtakes/sets/episode-6-young-william

Featuring @ian-jackson-177565854, @asymptotes, @kev-pritchard-125468724, @stuart_clark_music, @CerysHafana, @thegoodnightmistress, @john-dom-paiva and @Catapholc

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Episode #6 - Young William

A monthly digital folk club and podcast where we learn and record a traditional folk song and encourage you to do the same. Open to musicians of all styles and abilities.