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Mike Hughes

Mike sings traditional songs, and songs in the traditional style, mainly from Northumbria and Ireland. Songs about social justice crop up occasionally, as well as numbers on the quirks of human nature.

 

The late Ewan MacColl has always been one of his favourite writers and performers. More latterly, Colum Sands (and family) and Vin Garbutt have contributed to his repertoire. Regional artists such as the Keelers, the Wilsons, Pegleg Ferret have also played a part.

Mike also sings with the Tyneside Maritime Chorus.

Club Quotes

 

Basso profundo with good humour in abundance

 

A fine tenor voice. More at home with Geordie and traditional material

Mike has a rich bass voice and plays guitar. He sings mainly Irish songs

Voice like a double bass in dropped D tuning

Powerful bass voice - should learn something Russian

How deep can a voice go? A great addition to the Folk Club, Mike is at home with traditional songs which he clearly loves.
His enthusiasm rubs off on the audience

A good traditional songster with a powerful voice

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