Shibboleth
April 30th, 2008 | music
Give it one minute, until Clive Powell launches into “Reed Sodger.” (As heard on “John Barleycorn Reborn.” The version on that CD is frankly heartstopping.)
Northumbrian traditional / experimental folk duo Shibboleth (Clive Powell & Sean Breadin) on location at Belsay Castle Northumberland, UK, April 2004 with subsequent treatments & ’spectral leakages’ accessed from the ancient stones using equipment developed by Ryan Electrics.

Without reprieve, adjudged to death, For want of well pronouncing shibboleth. Sweet bacon, what an awesome word. The band ain’t half bad either, totally gave me the shivers. Perfect 3 am listening, thanks!
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