DAVID FERRARD - Across The Troubled Wave

DAVID FERRARD is an American born folk singer based in Edinburgh.
His new album, “Across The Troubled Wave” (Alter Road Records) is a very interesting collection of songs that bridge traditional Scottish folk to old time American music.
The album kicks off with Pete Seeger’s “Peg And Awl”, which has a wonderful old timey bluegrass feel to it. Other tracks with a Country feel include “Calling My Children Home”, and “Hard Times Come Again No More”.
“A Rovin- On A Winters Night” is based on Doc Watson’s version, but on the sleeve notes, David highlights the similarities of this American traditional number, with Robert Burns.
And that’s a theme that runs through the album, It’s a real mix of Celtic and wonderful old time music, recorded in North Carolina, and beautifully packaged.
David has built up quite a following in recent months, with shows at Glasgow Americana Festival.
A really enjoyable listen. Available from www.davidferrard.com