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The Man with a Rhyme

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Two albums released in the 70s really established Archie Fisher as an outstanding singer-songwriter as well as an unusually talented interpreter of traditional song. This is the better of the two: better songs, better accompaniment and better production. Although he has put out some fine material later in life, you owe yourself the treat of hearing this performer in his prime -- warm vocals, beautiful guitar work, and so steeped in the tradition that you'll be hard pressed to distinguish the Fisher originals from the traditional ballads.

This CD didn't disappoint. Lots of traditional tunes performed well (if simply) and a few newer, but still excellent, ones as well. Like Fisher's other work, the tunes will stick with you and grow on you the more you listen!

"The Man with a Rhyme" by Archie Fisher

Received the product in excellent condition and in a timely fashion. I enjoyed all of the songs on the CD even though I was buying primarily for one of them: The Witch of the West Mer Land. I had originally heard it as done by Stan Rogers which was adapted from the original From Archie. I like both versions, but Archie's has more lyrics than Stan's. As far as the CD in general goes, I love Archie's Scottish accent and use of Scottish words - gratefully, the jacket has all the lyrics with translation of the "obscure" words. If you like Celtic folk this is a very worthwhile acquisition for your collection. An additional treat is Archie's excellent guitar playing.

Another fine addition to my folk music collection. If you haven't heard Archie yet, you are missing out on one of the best voices in folk music...