Florida

Originally comprising Gavin Atkin (fiddle/vocals), Tim Bull (melodeon), Chris Warner (bass) and Richard Blake (saxophone), Florida formed in the united kingdom in 1990 following the first three named members from the band had deserted their previous project, Melons For Ecstasy. These were became a member of by trumpet participant Charlie Handley but by 1991 Blake acquired departed, to become changed on saxophone by Richard Goodwin from the Seven Champions. The consciously turned down the thought of a drummer, basing their decision on the choice for early 80s Oysterband and Blowzabella. They quickly gained a formidable popularity by playing thoroughly through the entire UK, using traditional materials such as for example ‘The Leaves Of Existence’ and ‘Dudley Young boys’, but imbuing them with abrasive preparations – usually recognized by the uncommon presence of the brass section. Combining dance amounts with ballads, they earned many new followers in 1993 using their self-titled debut recording and looks at both Sidmouth and Warwick folk celebrations. Brass Roots verified their stature among the even more inventive of the present day ‘ceilidh’ bands, taking something of the substance of their live display and mixing tracks with polkas and jigs.