John is a singer/songwriter and musician based in East Anglia, England and here you can find out more about him, his gigs, recordings and his book amongst other bits and pieces you may find of interest.
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East of the Sunrise - New Album
John’s 6th album released in the spring of 2011 as a collection of songs inspired by and from John’s home area; the Waveney, Yare and Blyth Valleys. This eastern fringe of England is both naturally beautiful and industrial at the same time and the songs here, mostly original but with some traditional, aim to capture the atmosphere and some of the characters of the area.
Probably his most folky album, simpler in its arrangements, never the less still features the violin excellence of Mario Price and other guest musicians on some of the tracks, most notably, Ian Sainsbury on piano and John’s wife Lynne on harmonies.
‘Powerful originals ... thoughtful, tuneful and superbly recorded set’ - Eastern Daily Press
‘An evocative collection of this beautiful area brought alive in song and music’ – Around Kent Folk
"John Ward has a soundscape pictorial of Journeymusic and storyboards....Fabulous!" -
Sue Marchant
BBC Local Radio across the Eastern Counties
..powerful tales...canny depictions...potently evoke the unique beauty of the landscape and seascapes of the broads... It’s clear why John’s music continues to make a strong impression on his audiences at live gigs - Folk Roundabout (Yorkshire) ... More Reviews >>
