James Fagan
@jamesfagan.bsky.social
Aussie, now Yorkshire. Folk musician (Nancy Kerr/Melrose Quartet), Music Teacher, Photographer, Presenter of Thank Goodness it’s Folk (Sheffield Live Radio). I love singing, and playing strummy things. Mainly here for art.
Please have a listen - one of our most fascinating interviews to date!
www.mixcloud.com/Jimbobfagan/... If you missed my chat with Sam Hindley and @jamesfagan.bsky.social on Sheffield Live this morning - you can hear my 8 musical choices and the stories behind them here (plus a look at the Folk Album of the Year shortlist)
TGIF 12.12.25 - Matthew Bannister's "Kelham Island Discs"
Matthew Bannister - Sheffield-born broadcaster, journalist, ex-BBC exec and avid nature-loving folkie walker - became a 90s household name when tasked with re-vitalising BBC Radio 1. These days, Matth...
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December 12, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Please have a listen - one of our most fascinating interviews to date!
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Had such a great time chatting with Sam Hindley and @jamesfagan.bsky.social on their excellent show. Hole you like my choices!
Tomorrow on Thank Goodness It's Folk, @matthewbannister.bsky.social will be choosing his Kelham Island Discs, as well as chatting about his broadcasting career so far and the Folk Album of the Year Award shortlist.
🎧 Tune in on 12th December from 10am GMT - live.sheffieldlive.org:8000/shefflive.mp3
🎧 Tune in on 12th December from 10am GMT - live.sheffieldlive.org:8000/shefflive.mp3
December 11, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Had such a great time chatting with Sam Hindley and @jamesfagan.bsky.social on their excellent show. Hole you like my choices!
You were a fabulous guest! I can’t wait for people to hear this.
December 11, 2025 at 5:15 PM
You were a fabulous guest! I can’t wait for people to hear this.
Our tribute to the great Archie Fisher is on air this morning; Friday 7th Nov, 10am: here: live.sheffieldlive.org:8000/shefflive.mp3
We have two fabulous guests - Anna Massey (now the presenter of Travelling Folk, which Archie presented for 27 years) and Amy Davenport who sings a very special song.
We have two fabulous guests - Anna Massey (now the presenter of Travelling Folk, which Archie presented for 27 years) and Amy Davenport who sings a very special song.
November 7, 2025 at 8:51 AM
Our tribute to the great Archie Fisher is on air this morning; Friday 7th Nov, 10am: here: live.sheffieldlive.org:8000/shefflive.mp3
We have two fabulous guests - Anna Massey (now the presenter of Travelling Folk, which Archie presented for 27 years) and Amy Davenport who sings a very special song.
We have two fabulous guests - Anna Massey (now the presenter of Travelling Folk, which Archie presented for 27 years) and Amy Davenport who sings a very special song.
Do yourself a favour and buy this limited edition double LP from one of the finest singers from these islands in many a decade - Julie Murphy. It’s just gorgeous from start to finish. Email Julie to order. Her website: juliemurphymusic.tumblr.com
November 6, 2025 at 9:47 AM
Do yourself a favour and buy this limited edition double LP from one of the finest singers from these islands in many a decade - Julie Murphy. It’s just gorgeous from start to finish. Email Julie to order. Her website: juliemurphymusic.tumblr.com
Reposted by James Fagan
Season 5 begins today!!!!
S5/E1 – Roud 41: SIR PATRICK SPENS
Historical Guest: David Atkinson
Singer guest: @jamesfagan.bsky.social
Available from wherever you get your podcasts.
S5/E1 – Roud 41: SIR PATRICK SPENS
Historical Guest: David Atkinson
Singer guest: @jamesfagan.bsky.social
Available from wherever you get your podcasts.
October 15, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Season 5 begins today!!!!
S5/E1 – Roud 41: SIR PATRICK SPENS
Historical Guest: David Atkinson
Singer guest: @jamesfagan.bsky.social
Available from wherever you get your podcasts.
S5/E1 – Roud 41: SIR PATRICK SPENS
Historical Guest: David Atkinson
Singer guest: @jamesfagan.bsky.social
Available from wherever you get your podcasts.
Please lend your ear to our tribute to Danny Thompson. Here for you now….
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TGIF 03.10.25 DANNY THOMPSON 1939-2025 TRIBUTE
We pay homage to the master, Danny Thompson - one of the most talented, recognisable and humble musicians to ever grace our lifetimes. A special extended mix with highlights from his long career, with...
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October 3, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Please lend your ear to our tribute to Danny Thompson. Here for you now….
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My little Harry is 14 today. One of three reasons I thank my lucky stars every day 🧡💙
August 30, 2025 at 9:03 PM
My little Harry is 14 today. One of three reasons I thank my lucky stars every day 🧡💙
I’m so delighted to be returning!
August 28, 2025 at 7:35 AM
I’m so delighted to be returning!
Art Nouveau dining at Bouillon Julien, Paris. Just lovely. And so cheap! No wonder people we know have been coming here since the 1950s!
July 31, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Art Nouveau dining at Bouillon Julien, Paris. Just lovely. And so cheap! No wonder people we know have been coming here since the 1950s!
Been in Paris with the birthday girl, her first trip ever. We didn’t need to visit the Mona Lisa cos, well….
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July 31, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Been in Paris with the birthday girl, her first trip ever. We didn’t need to visit the Mona Lisa cos, well….
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Hello all, haven’t posted for a while here. How are you getting on? I wore a yellow T shirt today. It’s not massive news.
July 16, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Hello all, haven’t posted for a while here. How are you getting on? I wore a yellow T shirt today. It’s not massive news.
Respect to this fella, Calum Gilligan. He opened the evening concert last night at Kimpton Folk Fest and blew everyone away with his beautiful voice. He’s decided to stop touring for the time being and shift career paths. But I’m sure you’ll hear him again somewhere! #folksinger #liverpool
July 6, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Respect to this fella, Calum Gilligan. He opened the evening concert last night at Kimpton Folk Fest and blew everyone away with his beautiful voice. He’s decided to stop touring for the time being and shift career paths. But I’m sure you’ll hear him again somewhere! #folksinger #liverpool
I put a lot into this one. It might lift your spirits in this troubled week. It was certainly quite good for me to make it.
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June 20, 2025 at 6:35 PM
I put a lot into this one. It might lift your spirits in this troubled week. It was certainly quite good for me to make it.
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Happy 25th wedding anniversary to this amazing couple - our friends and colleagues Jess & Richard Arrowsmith. I took this at their party and Pecsaetan dance out last night.
June 18, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Happy 25th wedding anniversary to this amazing couple - our friends and colleagues Jess & Richard Arrowsmith. I took this at their party and Pecsaetan dance out last night.
this week's TGIF is filled with lovely songs for you. x
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June 15, 2025 at 9:34 PM
this week's TGIF is filled with lovely songs for you. x
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June 9, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Our guest on Thank Goodness it’s Folk on Friday was Karl Sinfield, talking about his wonderful periodical publication going through the Roud index from #1 and making them super-accessible for all singers. We feature 3 great cuts from the 2ns accompanying CD. Tune in! www.mixcloud.com/Jimbobfagan/...
Tgif 06.06.25 - "Sing Yonder" With Karl Sinfield
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June 9, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Our guest on Thank Goodness it’s Folk on Friday was Karl Sinfield, talking about his wonderful periodical publication going through the Roud index from #1 and making them super-accessible for all singers. We feature 3 great cuts from the 2ns accompanying CD. Tune in! www.mixcloud.com/Jimbobfagan/...
Teaching is underpaid generally, but for clarity may I point out that many weekend workshops pay artists more than £250 for a weekend, and the vast majority of professional musicians do not earn £1K per gig, John! I guess it comes down to how much you love it, really.
June 1, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Teaching is underpaid generally, but for clarity may I point out that many weekend workshops pay artists more than £250 for a weekend, and the vast majority of professional musicians do not earn £1K per gig, John! I guess it comes down to how much you love it, really.
Weekend folk dose!! This one’s a good’un, as we chat and listen to the wonderful Jess Arrowsmith.
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Tgif 30.05.25 "The Death Of Queen Jane" - Child #170 With Jess Arrowsmith
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May 31, 2025 at 12:39 PM
Weekend folk dose!! This one’s a good’un, as we chat and listen to the wonderful Jess Arrowsmith.
www.mixcloud.com/Jimbobfagan/...
www.mixcloud.com/Jimbobfagan/...
Thankyou! I couldn’t see the credit but I’m very grateful for it!
May 23, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Thankyou! I couldn’t see the credit but I’m very grateful for it!
Today’s dose of great folk music, brand new and classic, plus a preview of Sidmouth Folk Festival. Have a listen at your leisure. www.mixcloud.com/Jimbobfagan/...
May 23, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Today’s dose of great folk music, brand new and classic, plus a preview of Sidmouth Folk Festival. Have a listen at your leisure. www.mixcloud.com/Jimbobfagan/...
Did vocals get more lush than this? @imwithherband.bsky.social
Stunning record, my favourite release of 2025 so far. Special feature on today’s show.
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Stunning record, my favourite release of 2025 so far. Special feature on today’s show.
www.mixcloud.com/Jimbobfagan/...
May 16, 2025 at 10:46 AM
Did vocals get more lush than this? @imwithherband.bsky.social
Stunning record, my favourite release of 2025 so far. Special feature on today’s show.
www.mixcloud.com/Jimbobfagan/...
Stunning record, my favourite release of 2025 so far. Special feature on today’s show.
www.mixcloud.com/Jimbobfagan/...
Just saw my missus in Pick of the Week in the Radio Times! The Song Detectorists airs on BBC Radio 3 at 9:45pm tonight!
May 12, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Just saw my missus in Pick of the Week in the Radio Times! The Song Detectorists airs on BBC Radio 3 at 9:45pm tonight!