Shirley Collins – Archangel Hill (Indies Green ‘Grass’ Vinyl)

One of the most important voices in British folk music Shirley Collins returns with ‘Archangel Hill’, her third album for Domino. Due for release on May 26th 2023, it showcases another peerless collection of songs chosen by Collins, some from traditional sources but others from favourite writers of hers. Produced by Ian Kearey – Shirley Collins’ musical director – the arrangements were shared between Collins, Kearey, Pip Barnes, as well as Dave Arthur and Pete Cooper, players from The Lodestar Band. All of the songs on the album were recorded last year except for ‘Hand and Heart’, which was taken from a live performance at the Sydney Opera House in 1980 and features an arrangement by Shirley’s beloved and talented sister Dolly Collins.