Glan by Filkin's Drift

In 2023 Filkin's Drift walked all 870-miles of the Wales Coast Path, performing concerts almost every night along the way. Born from this epic journey, described by BBC 6 Music’s Cerys Matthews as “committed and fascinating,” is their debut album Glan.

The album combines tunes that were collected on the walk, new compositions inspired by the impressive landscapes, and music from their home traditions (Wales and Gloucestershire). The title loosely translates from Cymraeg as shore or being close to a body of water.

From the polyrhythmic interplay of “Bugeilio'r Gwenith Gwyn” to the striking prepared guitar sounds of “Craig y Ddinas / The Miller’s Pond,” Glan pushes the boundaries of what these two instruments can achieve. The album was recorded live in Stiwdio Felin Fach, Abergavenny with one of the duo’s coast path collaborators, Dylan Fowler.

What do the middle ages, polyrhythmic interplay, and British folk traditions have in common? They all have a home in the capable hands of Filkin’s Drift. As “exquisite tune playing” and “irresistible grooves” combine, Seth and Chris’ diverse musical influences come together to create a truly unique fiddle and guitar sound.

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