HEROES by Banter
The fourth and much anticipated Banter studio album HEROES, recorded once again at Far Heath Studios, Northamptonshire. With a newly expanded 4 piece lineup of Nina Zella (Keys & Vocals), Simon Care (Melodeons & Concertina), Tim Walker (Drums, Percussion, Vocals, Brass and Guitar) and Mark Jolley (Bass Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Fiddle and Vocals). Drawing on more songs from the British traditional repertoire with their trademark Banter twist, some inspired versions of songs from a handful of their musical heroes, a self penned original song and a sprinkling of rip roaring tunes.
Thankyou to everyone who suggested names for the album (with 6 letters in of course!). We chose Heroes as we wanted to dedicate this album to all those people who have inspired and supported us as musicians: family; friends; other musicians; our amazing fans who have been to gigs or bought our music; festival and gig organisers; radio and magazine folks – they are our heroes. We hope you love the album as much as we have loved making it.
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Tracklist
| 1. | The Oak And The Ash | 3:17 |
| 2. | Picking A Ship | 4:28 |
| 3. | Rolling Down The Ryburn | 4:29 |
| 4. | Seneca Square / Soldiers Joy | 3:11 |
| 5. | The Last Rose Of Summer | 4:55 |
| 6. | The Lass Of Richmond Hill | 3:01 |
| 7. | Below Below | 4:33 |
| 8. | Eve Of New Year Merry | 2:34 |
| 9. | Torn Screen Door | 2:10 |
| 10. | Morgan Rattler | 3:01 |
| 11. | Lay Me Low | 4:32 |
| 12. | Jake's Jig | 1:34 |
Credits
Vocals and Keys: Nina Zella
Melodeon and Concertina: Simon Care
Bass Guitar, Fiddle, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, and Vocals: Mark Jolley
Drums, Percussion, Brass, Acoustic Guitar and Vocals: Tim Walker
Recorded and mixed at Far Heath Studios, Northampton by Angus Wallace.
Mastered by Nick Cooke (Nick Cooke Mastering)
Released on Mrs Casey Records
Published by Banter
All rights reserved (c) & (p) 2024
License
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Banter are: Simon Care - melodeon, Nina Zella - keyboards & vocals, Tim Walker - drums, percussion, brass & vocals, & Mark Jolley - bass, fiddle, guitar & vocals.
Four fine musicians with traditional English roots, who enjoy stretching the limits. Reputed for being bold & powerfully unique.
In great demand at many of the UK’s folk and roots festivals & internationally at European festivals.