Several years ago, back in 1995 to
be precise,I was persuaded to venture once more into
the recording studios to record a second solo album.
Inspired by my interest in English history and wanting
to get away from the mainly rock and blues elements
that dominated the Cold Flame sound,I elected to take
the folk rock/acoustic route.Whilst some band members
guested on individual tracks,much of the actual
playing
on the album was handled by myself.However
,recognizing
the rich vein of diverse musical talent existing in
and around the Glossop area I was fortunate enough to
receive help and support from several local folk
musicians including my good friend and
singer/guitarist
Karen Heywood.It was Karen who introduced me to an old
trad. Lincolnshire folk ballad 'Byards Leap'which
liking so much I recorded for the album - 'Sands of
Time'.
Eight years on and Byard has done a 'new' leap.I have
been contacted by Gareth Owen,a journalist at Carlton
T.V.He is currently working on a new television
documentary relating to folk lore in the Lincolnshire
area and particularly specific legends / places.Byards
Leap falls into this category.Gareth is keen to use
the tune and get some background info on it for his
programme.
Whether anything comes from this remains to be seen
but nothing ventured nothing gained as they say.I will
certainly keep you all informed of any developments.