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Ralph McTell - then and now

The best folk and acoustic music. Ralph McTell talks about his early days and his latest work.

The best folk and acoustic music from Britain and beyond.

This week, much-loved songwriter and guitarist Ralph McTell joins Mark, the day after Ralph turned 80.

Ralph has produced a rich back catalogue that means a great deal to fans around the world. His warm voice, evocative writing and masterful guitar playing have made him a cherished figure on the scene for decades.

Mark looks back at Ralph's early days on stage and on the 大象传媒. There's also a chance to hear Ralph's newest work.

Plus the usual blend of new releases, classic tracks and news from the folk world.

11 days left to listen

57 minutes

Last on

Wed 4 Dec 2024 21:00
大象传媒 Radio 2

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Music Played

  • Seth Lakeman

    One More Before You Go (feat. Ian Anderson & Ward Thomas)

  • Kathryn Tickell

    KC Waltz / Rede River Girls

    • Return to Kielderside.
    • Resilient Records.

  • The Quebe Sisters Band

    So Long To The Red River Valley

    • Timeless.
    • FiddleTone Records.

  • Trail West

    Ar C脿nan 's ar Ce貌l

    • Thirsty Work.

  • Rachel Sermanni

    No Way Blues

    • No Way Blues EP.

  • Ralph McTell

    Candyman (Radio 1 In Concert, 31st January 1974)

  • Ralph McTell

    When I Was a Cowboy (Sounds of the Seventies session, 3rd May 1972)

  • Ralph McTell

    Sabreen

  • Michael Coult

    Boston Nights

    • Overflow.

  • Afro Celt Sound System

    Flight (feat. R铆oghnach Connolly)

    • Flight.

Broadcast

  • Wed 4 Dec 2024 21:00
    大象传媒 Radio 2