Diversions III, Songs From The Shipyards is the third album in a very productive year for The Unthanks. The series started, fortuitously for us, as "A silly idea that wouldn't go away" for Adrian ...

There are many who will revel in this delicious scoop of accessible and enjoyable folk. There is no fustiness here, no shanties or jigs. But the anticipated harmonies are as moving as ever – cutting ...

The Unthanks, too, are approaching their 20 th anniversary, and their winter tour of 2024 draws from their magical new album, In Winter, a double set that has drawn comparison to that ultimate winter ...

Running a folk outfit in today’s straitened times isn’t cheap, and it’s always impressive the way The Unthanks can slip ...

Rachel and Becky Unthank (yes, that's their given name) grew up living and breathing folk music in England's Northumberland County -- their parents, both singers, were active performers, and as the ...

Formerly known as Rachel Unthank and The Winterset they have established themselves as the most innovative and critically acclaimed English folk band in modern history. Get the best deals and latest ...

The Unthanks are a British folk band, with the centerpiece being two sisters — Rachel and Becky Unthank. Over recent years the band have received several folk and pop music awards. To promote their ...

Here in the States we’re used to “folk” meaning stripped down, low-voiced, and massive beards. But across the pond with The Unthanks, it means playing songs called “Because He Was A Bonny Lad,” “Lucky ...