1970 British folk-rock at a county fair — this is how legends were born, sweaty and glorious.
Directed by renowned British film director Tony Palmer, this film captures the band at the Maidstone Fiesta during the summer of 1970 as they run through their set of the time. This included various jigs and reels, and the songs Sir Patrick Spens and Now Be Thankful. The film also features two songs from Matthews Southern Comfort, the band led by former Fairport Convention member, Ian Matthews.
Direction
Palmer captures the sweat and joy of live folk.
Sound
Swarbrick's fiddle cuts through like aural sunshine.
Practical Effects
Maidstone Fiesta crowd — no staging, just pure happening.
Director
Tony Palmer
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
GB
