Hazel & Emily Askew
Emily and Hazel Askew are a young duo making waves on the folk scene with
their energetic brand of English folk music. Using fiddle and melodeon,
they play and sing with an infectious enjoyment and love for the music,
winning them fans wherever they go.
From rhythmic foot stomping tunes to powerful interpretations of songs and ballads, their playing always guarantees to engage and inspire those who hear.
They've spent the last few years playing at venues across the country, from top festivals and folk clubs to London's National Theatre and National Portrait Gallery.
2010 saw the release of their second album Through Lonesome Woods to much critical acclaim, and we are pleased to announce that Hazel recently won Best Female Singer at the 2011 Spiral Earth Awards. Check out their tour dates and come see them live!
"Hazel's rich gutsy voice and inventive melodeon playing combined
with the skill of Emily's singing fiddle or soulful cello are a new
force to be reckoned with!"
Stirrings Magazine
"What the Askew Sisters do so well is tell the story and allow
the music accompanying to help that story-telling along."
EDS Magazine