Pentangle
By J Poet
Pentangle, the (only?) first jazz/folk band, is unique in the world of British and American popular music. Although wildly successful, they never strayed from their roots in the music of the British Isles and maintained their unique sound, even when group members launched flourishing solo careers. Their repertoire was balanced between traditional music and their own brilliant compositions with each member bringing incredible musicality to the band. Bert Jansch and John Renbourn were master guitarists with a deep background in British and American folk, blues, jazz, medieval and classical music, along with various Arab and Eastern musical styles. Vocalist Jacqui McShee cut her teeth at folk and jazz clubs, and was a quintessential 60s... Read More
- Genre:
- Folk, Folk Rock, British Folk Rock
- City Of Origin:
- London, England
- Formed Date:
- 1967
