Byker Hill is the third solo album by English folk musician Martin Carthy, originally released in 1967 by Fontana Records and later re-issued by Topic Records. The album features Dave Swarbrick playing fiddle on a number of the tracks.

"As he grew in confidence and dexterity Martin Carthy tested himself with tricky rhythms and challenging songs, and the title track of Byker Hill (1967) electrified the folk scene with its audacious syncopation. His most carefully planned and executed album up to that point, it remains an outstanding achievement." Topic Records

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLlFmd0VOW4&list=RDaLlFmd0VOW4&start_radio=1

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Out today on Don Giovanni Records featuring Richard Thompson, Sivert Høyem, Marissa Nadler, Wesley Stace and Gina Fergione:

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