Lindisfarne

Lindisfarne formed in Newcastle upon Tyne in 1968, with Alan Hull on vocals and guitar, Ray Jackson on mandolin, Rod Clements on accordion, Simon Cowe on drums, and Dave Hull-Denholm on bass. They were part of that British folk revival wave, but their sound mixed in rock and jazz elements that didn't always sit neatly with critics.

Their 1972 single 'Meet Me on the Corner' became their signature track, with its catchy melody and layered harmonies. It wasn't their only notable song, 'Lady Eleanor,' 'Fog on the Tyne,' and 'We Can Swing Together' also found an audience. From their catalog, tracks like 'Alright On The Night' and 'Dingly Dell' show the band's range, from upbeat numbers to more reflective folk pieces.

They kept playing through lineup changes and shifting musical trends, maintaining a connection with fans who appreciated their straightforward approach to songwriting. The music holds up not because it was groundbreaking in any dramatic sense, but because it felt genuine, a bit rough around the edges, rooted in place and story.