CAT PIX
Cambridge Folk Festival 2008
Like many, I was unexcited initially about this year's line up for the festival when I received notification of it earlier in the year. But having lived through the event that was Cambridge Folk Festival 2008, I have to admit that what it lacked in breadth it made up for in depth of the performance of the artists.
I was looking forward to seeing Laura Marling on Thursday but unfortunately I missed the start of the festival due to illness so here is my pick of the bunch that made the remaining three days another memorable festival.…
Friday
Eliza Carthy
One of the female cornerstones of the English folk scene, Eliza put in a glorious solo performance.
I hate to admit that this was the first time that I have actually caught an entire set of hers but now finally understand her popularity as a truly innovative singer and inventive fiddle player.
The Waifs
This trio was tipped as the hottest act for the Festival back in 2003 when I spent an interesting afternoon interviewing them for the magazine and five years on they have matured into a world class act.
Gritty rock baselines and intricate jazz harmonica playing set these aside from the usual folk outfit that adorns the stage at the festival.
