Richard Grainger

b. 21 Might 1949, Middlesbrough, Cleveland, Britain. Grainger first performed in folk night clubs in Teesside at 17 years, associated himself on acoustic guitar. Having caused several groups, like the Teesside Fettlers, Grainger offers written several tracks which have become popular for the folk circuit. His tracks reflect lots of the sociable problems that possess beset the north-east of Britain. Located in Whitby, North Yorkshire, he moves the UK frequently, operating at folk night clubs and festivals as well, combining musical skill and dried out north-east humour. His documenting debut in 1984 was well received, and he proceeds to create quality music. Herbs OVER THE Heart contained several Grainger originals, including ‘Whitby Whaler’. Being a modern songwriter, Richard still includes a solid experience for traditional melody, and this is normally noticeable on ‘Teeside And Yorkshire’. ‘Provide Me A Work’, from 1989’s Darklands handles the issue of unemployment, especially widespread in his area.