Inspired by the untouched landscapes of Lancashire, Richard Skelton records fragile yet intense compositions of folk-infused neo-classical music. His recordings appear as limited edition runs on his own Sustain-Release label and have been recently coming forward through Manchester's mighty Type imprint.
Tracks on "Landings"
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Inspired by Lancashire's West Pennine Moors, Richard Skelton has recorded 'Landings', a beautiful album of folk-infused neo-classical compositions, which was promptly snatched up by Birmingham's brilliant Type label. An album of ethereal beauty and one of our favourite discoveries of the year so far.
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