Rachael McShane is a renowned folk singer, cellist, fiddle, and viola player from the North East of England. She gained fame as an original member of the award-winning folk big band Bellowhead, recording five studio albums with them and winning a staggering 8 BBC Folk Awards. Away from Bellowhead, Rachael is the leader of The Cartographers, a band featuring traditional folk and contemporary sounds. The Cartographers have garnered a loyal following thanks to their impressive live performances and critically acclaimed debut album, When All Is Still (Topic Records, 2018). Rachael McShane is a sought-after performer and workshop leader, and The Cartographers are available for concerts and festivals.
“You’re in the presence of something very special…what a voice”
BBC Music

**** “A delight”
R2 Magazine

**** “Delivered with such rebellious verve and wit – they are a life-affirming joy” Songlines

Genres:

Traditional Folk, Contemporary Folk, Folk

Band Members:

Ian Stephenson - guitar, Rachael McShane - vocals, fiddle, viola, Julian Sutton - melodeon

Hometown:

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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