North Yorkshire/London lo-fi folk artist Natalie Wildgoose releases her latest EP Rural Hours via state51.
Recorded between a remote chapel and a bothy high in an isolated part of the Yorkshire Dales, the EP draws directly from its surroundings. Wildgoose worked alongside musicians Chris Brain and Owen Spafford during the sessions, later expanding the process by inviting Chester Caine, Matt Robinson, and artist and filmmaker Nina Maria Allmoslechner into this shared creative space.
“Being in such remote and at times difficult places, where our everyday worries become so small and tiny, for me was so important when influencing the writing. I am beyond thankful to them for trusting me.”
Natalie Wildgoose
Rural Hours builds on a foundation of remoteness, with rich and otherworldly vocals, creating a sense of warmth and calm. Delicate analogue textures reconnect to the past, away from the chaos of modern life.
Check out Rural Hours here.
Upcoming live shows:
16 APR // Cambridge, Storey’s Field Centre*
17 APR // Kendal, Brewery Arts*
18 APR // Liverpool, The Tung Auditorium*
19 APR // Birmingham, Bradshaw Hall*
21 APR // Nottingham, Squire Performing Arts Centre*
22 APR // Glasgow, Cottiers Theatre*
23 APR // Leeds, Brudenell Social Club (supporting Chris Brain)
24 APR // York, Pocklington Arts Centre*
25 APR // Hebden Bridge, Trades Club*
14 MAY // The Great Escape
19 MAY // London, Stoke Newington Old Church [Headline]
22 MAY // London, MOTH Club (supporting Chris Brain)
23 MAY // Andover, Late Spring Folk Festival
24 JUL // Latitude Festival
26 JUL // Deer Shed Festival
* Supporting LYR
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