Martin Carthy first released his debut album as early as 1965, 49 years ago. Since then, Martin and his wife Norma Waterson has represented the backbone of the British folk-scene. They have been involved in projects such as Fairport Convention, Steeleye Span and The Watersons. Martin´s daughter, Eliza Carthy has followed in her father´s footsteps, through her distinctive personality and musical expression. Her career so far has resulted in a string of nominations and awards. A long time coming, the father and daughter have finally released their first duo-album "The moral of the Elephant" and have been touring Britain throughout 2014. 

“..brave and anything but predictable” The Guardian

Håkon Høgemo is one of Norway´s most used folk-musicians and has worked as a freelance player since 1993. He plays traditional music from the Wester Norway areas of Sogn, Hardanger, Voss and Valdres. He is known from folk-groups like UTLA, Slåttetrioen, Gamaltnymalt and Rudl Trio, as well as collaborations with Ragnar Hovland and Kari Seglem. As well as his vast repertoire of "slåtter", traditional Norwegian fiddle-pieces, he is widely known for his precision, tone and broad musical knowledge. 

Erlend Apneseth is one of the top Hardanger-fiddlers in Norway. After years of performing folk music in competitions and concerts, he has in recent years established himself in the contemporary/improvisational music scene, collaborating with dancers, musicians and poets. Erlend received the Grappa Debutant Award in 2012, and released his critically acclaimed debut-album “Blikkspor” in October 2013.