The Fatea Showcase Sessions are designed to provide greater exposure to artists that have impressed the Fatea team. Some are already signed, others are carving a solo trail, releasing songs on their own labels, all are dedicated to their music
Fatea Showcase Sessions are exclusively available for a three month period after which they will never be available again. The Fatea Showcase Sessions are zip files containing high quality, 256kbs, drm free, mp3s.
Showcase Session - Windswept - Autumn 10
"Whilst the songs on The Fatea Showcase Sessions come to you, the listener at no charge, they are not free. The writers/performers have put money, time and effort into creating the songs on this compilation for your enjoyment. We hope that you take the time to visit the websites of the artists included here and consider purchasing their music. Fatea hopes
that this compilation gives you a taste for folk and roots orientated music and that you will seek out the works of the artists included in this compilation and in the wider music community."
"Windswept" is dedicated to bands. Each act has their own style and we hope you'll appreciate each of their efforts. The Fatea Showcase Sessions are designed so not all of the acts come from the same genre. "Windswept" is available from August 1st 2010 until October 31st 2010.
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"The Fatea Showcase Session:Windswept" is a zip file. There may be a delay before download starts on some systems
Download includes sleeve pack
Details of previous Fatea Showcase Sessions can be found Here
Please encourage your friends to collect their free copy of "Windswept". If you could put a link to The Fatea Showcase Sessions on your website or MySpace etc, that would be fantastic. We want as many people as possible to hear each session. If you do pass on
a copy to your friends, please pass on the full folder with sleeve pack.
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Windswept - Artists
Little Sister - The Penny Black Remedy - The Big I Am - Circus Envy - GU4 - Miss James And The Misterz - Wishful Thinking - Sharp Practise - Dead like Harry - Snakewater - Folk Grinder - The Dealers - Railroad Bill - Songs From The Blue House
Little Sister
Song:Did You See Me
Biography:The arrangements may seem simple, but the harmonies and instrumental dynamics tell of a group that has a real connection to each other and the songs that they play. Folk, celtic and Kletzmer all find a home in the sound.
The Penny Black Remedy
Song:I Won't Argue When I'm Dead
Biography:The Penny Black Remedy's symbiance of darkly comic, unpretentiously intelligent, stubbornly genre defyingcatchy songs combined their ability to deliver exciting live sets is bringing about the attention they deserve.
The Big I Am
Song:Better Days ft. Wim Oudijk
Biography:The Big I Am are not yourtypical Liverpool guitar band. Indeed they have no guitars. They have been described as having “Heartfelt songs with intricate melodies and so well written you’ll believe in every word.
Circus Envy
Song:Three Score And Ten
Biography:Circus Envy are an alternative-folk band formed in Hull in 2005. Featuring a line-up of primarily acoustic instruments, they add a traditional sensibility to their intricately crafted harmony-led modern songs.
GU4
Song:Say No To Goodbyes
Biography:GU4 are a four part acappella harmony group based in Leicestershire. Their rich sound has won many fans and is now taking them to clubs and festivals throughout England. Their renditions are carefully considered and well-crafted, but carry the spark of spontaneity.
Miss James And The Misterz
Song:Smokin Club
Biography:Thought provoking and evocative Miss James And The Misterz make as much use of pace and rhythm in their songs as melody. It gives the material a sense of texture, an almost theatrical feel, rich in atmosphere and which transfixes the attention like a cobra.
Wishful Thinking
Song:On And Off
Biography:Wishful thinking is the formation of beliefs and making decisions according to what might be pleasing to imagine instead of by appealing to evidence or rationality. Consequently songs take on an emotive feel in the delivery changing in power and energy along the way.
Sharp Practise
Song:Screw The Earth
Biography:Sharp Practise are a rock band that can play with influences from folk to dance yet still create a sound that is recognised as no other band. They’re trying to get well-played, proper songs back into the chart. Raise a glass and wish them the best.
Dead Like Harry
Song:Driving To Nowhere
Biography:Formed in the Spring 2007, Sheffield sextet Dead Like Harry consists of an eclectic mix of friends brought together by their love of writing and performing music. The result is a sound coloured by rock, blues, country and folk influences.
Snakewater
Song:Muddy Water
Biography:Since forming only 12 months ago, they have played over 100 gigs across 3 countries supporting some of the biggest names on todays UK Blues & Rock Circuit, for example "Status Quo", "Gary Moore", to name a few and released their debut album “Dirty Rock’n’Rolla”.
Folk Grinder
Song:Good Ship
Biography:There's a unique modern take on the Sea Shanty in which FOLK GRINDER manages to take you out across a dark sea of adventure and return you home safely knowing you'll never be quite the same again. All served with passion straight from the heart.
The Dealers
Song:Drowning
Biography:The Dealers have recently reformed combining founder member Pierre Vincent with new members Gemma Gayner and Malcolm Gayner to encapsulate their unique talents and share with you their energetic passion for the continuation of WOFO (World & Folk music).
Railroad Bill
Song:Old Trains
Biography:Described by Lonnie Donegan himself as 'bloody good', Railroad Bill play raw, gutsy skiffle music on the simplest of instruments - washboard, tea chest bass, guitar and mandolin. They are an act that have been honed on the streets and stages of the UK and abroad.
Songs From The Blue House
Song:Rolling & Tumbling(demo)
Biography:Songs from the Blue House are some people that make music without worrying too much about what sort of music it is. Their attitude is that music should be fun in front of and behind the mic. Great times for all.
"Windswept" is dedicated to bands. Each act has their own style and we hope you'll appreciate each of their efforts. The Fatea Showcase Sessions are designed so not all of the acts come from the same genre. "Windswept" is available from August 1st 2010 until October 31st 2010.
Click Here or Right Click, Save Target As to download
"The Fatea Showcase Session:Windswept" is a zip file. There may be a delay before download starts on some systems
Download includes sleeve pack
Details of previous Fatea Showcase Sessions can be found Here
Please encourage your friends to collect their free copy of "Windswept". If you could put a link to The Fatea Showcase Sessions on your website or MySpace etc, that would be fantastic. We want as many people as possible to hear each session. If you do pass on
a copy to your friends, please pass on the full folder with sleeve pack. Thanks