Skinner & T'witch

Feb 23rd - St. Wilfrid', Ripon: www.ents24.com/ripon-events/st-wilfrids-community-centre/skinner-and-twitch

March 19th - Bracknell Folk Club: www.ents24.com/bagshot-events/the-foresters/skinner-and-twitch

March 20th - Banbury Folk Club: www.ents24.com/banbury-events/banbury-folk-club/skinner-and-twitch

April 13th - Raising The Rafters Folk Club, Rotherham: www.ents24.com/rotherham-events/st-james-rooms/skinner-and-twitch

June 8th - Black Dyke Mills Heritage Venue, Bradford: www.ents24.com/bradford-events/the-black-dyke-mills-heritage-venue/skinner-and-twitch

July 4th - Railways Roots, Brighton: www.ents24.com/brighton-events/the-railway-inn/skinner-and-twitch

July 9th - St Neot's Folk Club: www.ents24.com/st-neots-events/priory-centre/skinner-and-twitch

Reviews:

'Probably the most unconventional duo in folk music'. RnR Magazine

'Excellent singing and harmonies, fine musicianship with some lovely flamenco flourishes, and songs in turn thought-provoking and humorous – and sometimes both!' Twick Folk

"Skinner & T'witch entertained us with wonderful harmonies and beautiful songs, often funny, sometimes moving, and it made for a wonderful evening's entertainment. We'd love to have them back!" Ebberston Village Hall (for Rural Arts)

'Sandra and Steve brought us a fantastic evenings entertainment, with a great mix of songs, choruses to join in with, and lots of laughs too. We can't wait to have this very talented couple back'. Dunfermline Folk Club

'With a set of humour, theatricality and superb songs, Skinner & T'witch performed with warmth, professionalism and panache. Steve and Sandra harmonise skilfully, and engage with their audience, making their performance a proper entertainment. And if you like chorus songs, they’ve got some of those too. All in all, a great evening’s entertainment'. Tonbridge Folk Club

'Skinner & T'witch went down a storm, with their mixture of entertaining, funny and insightful songs. The audience joined in enthusiastically with the choruses, and their after show feedback was positive and enthusiastic. All in all a thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining evening, which we will hope to repeat in the future'. The Forest of Dean Folk Club

'Rather marvellous evening at Rosslyn Court last night. Skinner & Twitch were on great form.' Rosslyn Court, Margate

'It was a joy to have Skinner & T'witch perform for us. We had some good chuckles, brief interludes of pathos, and perhaps even occasional bathos, some bits to join in with, and we all left with a glow. What more could you ask? I'm already looking forward to their next visit'. Steve Primarolo, Bracknell Folk Club

'Skinner & T'witch are excellent live. They are not only very good musicians but are very entertaining as well.'
Ian Freedman, Readifolk Radio Show

'Some things just work. Skinner and T’witch are one of those things. An absolute must see.' Lakefest Official

'A very varied and entertaining evening'. The Carpenter's Arms, Miserden

'A real entertainment. Folk, blues, theatre-songs and flamenco are all possible, and some especially lovely vocals from Twitch are definite!' Nettleham Live

‘The one and only Skinner & T'witch...a pair of comic geniuses’.

David Chamberlain, Acoustic Routes, Dapper FM/Blues and Roots Radio

‘A lovely new EP...Skinner & T’witch are excellent writers and have written some absolutely brilliant, contemporary stuff about what’s going on in the world today...Absolutely fantastic...We love Skinner & T’witch!’

Tim Walker and Tom Lane, Thursday Night Folk, BBC Radio Lincolnshire

‘Skinner and T'witch are unlike any other performers I can recall...What is different is the sense of theatre and the sensibilities of cabaret these two bring to the stage. This was modern music hall, full of fun and escape, and brilliant talent.’ Michael Fine, The Troubadour Central Coast Folk and Acoustic Centre, Woy Woy, New South Wales

‘It would be safe to say that the highlight (of Maldon Folk Festival, VIC, Australia) was hearing the duo “Skinner & T’witch”...We saw them twice and the second time Margie was ready with a handful of tissues to wipe her eyes from laughing so much.’

Trevor Voake, Victorian Folk Music Club, Ringwood Folk, Victoria, Australia

'Maldon Folk Festival holds moments of gently undulating harmonious joy such as the UK’S entertaining Skinner & T'witch, who charmed their audiences with captivating melodies'.
Ros Jason, CultureMad Magazine, Melbourne, Australia

‘A perfect day made even more perfect by (Skinner & T’witch’s) show...Highly recommended for a very entertaining show!’

Peter Allsop, Tradewinds Folk, Newcastle, NSW, Australia

“A very entertaining duo with great stories and, of course, Sandra’s fabulous voice!” Wayne Richmond, Humph Hall, Sydney

'Steve Skinner is one of the best songwriters around'.

Trevor Oxborrow, Folk at Five, Argyll FM

‘Skinner & T'witch possess a rare talent that can totally captivate an audience. With witty social commentary, deft comedic timing and a flair for theatrics, they conjure up images of an old English Music Hall performance. Their songs are pleasing in both a melodic and lyrical way. I always look forward to any new releases from Skinner & T'witch, as do my listeners’.

Dan Alloway, Folk Fury, KTEP, USA

‘Finding musicians who can combine virtuosity with humour is rare. Skinner & T’witch are such a talent. Their songs can elicit laughter while being thought provoking. The music runs the gamut from joyful celebration to sincere social criticism to deep heartfelt emotion.’

John Sillberg, The Small Time Radio Show, CKOL 93.7 FM, Canada

‘Skinner & T’witch are a duo like no other. Each of their continuing stream of topical singles is carefully crafted, sharp and relevant, and their humour is catchy, always helps make their point and the value of their songs remains with us over time. Steve’s songwriting and guitar playing combined with Sandra’s expressive voice will bring you a unique act that everyone will enjoy and will help people look at life in a new way.’

Graham Rice, A Wagonload of Monkeys, WJFF 90.5 FM Radio Catskill

‘The UK’s Skinner & T’witch are a pair of talented performers whose charm lies in their song stylings that range from comedy, folk and folk-rock to theatre and flamenco. Each performance is captivating, with their clever banter as well as the music. Sandra’s superb voice and Steve’s supportive vocals recreate a “music hall” atmosphere. This unique act has something for everyone. I never miss a chance to play their great albums or new singles’.

Jim Marino, Freewheeling Folk Show 93.3 CFMU, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

'Everybody's Grotty...a gem of a release.'

Stevie Connor, Blues and Roots Radio

‘Recreates the magic of a night at the music hall - Skinner and T’witch have given me a good chuckle with this album. T’witch’s vocals are particularly good.’ James Fagan, Thank Goodness It’s Folk, Sheffield Live

'It's a fantastic album, and I love it!'

Tony Haynes, FAB Folk & Blues and Midweek Midnight Mayhem, Tempo FM

‘There’s something for everyone in Skinner & T’witch’s new album...we love to support their music’.

Russell Hill, Country Music Show, Express FM

'An album that takes a pleasingly playful poke at politics, pomposity and personal peccadillos.'

Mike Davies, Fatea Magazine.

'The Fool's Journey...a beguiling (or should I say bewitching?) collection'.

fRoots Magazine

'The Fool's Journey...an intriguing blend of multiple influences, with depth and craft in every track.'

The Living Tradition

'The Fool's Journey...a seriously powerful piece of work'.

Folk Words

'Fans of good vocal harmony folk should check out Skinner & T'witch'.

Telegraph Folk Music

'Steve (Skinner) ought to rate himself as one of the best songwriters, because he really is outstanding'.

Doug Welch, KentFolk, BBC Radio Kent

'Steve Skinner...a wonderful songwriter'.

Ron Olesko, Traditions, WFDU, NY

'Absolutely superb stuff! There's no-one else quite like them'.

Roger Williams, A World of Difference, Blues and Roots Radio

T'witch...'has a hell of a voice and she knows how to use it'.

Liz Franklin, The Folk Garden, Blues and Roots Radio, and Eden Folk, Eden FM

'If you get the chance to see them anywhere, please do yourself a favour, grab it with both hands'.

Marianne Doig, Leith Folk Club

'Absolutely fabulous!!! They are a must see duo!!!' Roger Dakar, The Dusty Miller Folk Club

'The most original duo I have ever heard'. Tony Haynes, FAB Folk & Blues, Tempo FM

'Skinner & T'witch are the perfect duo for resonating with a contemporary acoustically-inclined audience.'' Nick Noble, The Folk Revival, WICN, Worcester, Massachusetts

Skinner & T'witch..... One (or is that two?) to watch!!' Jim Duffin, Folk Furnace, TCRfm

'Rise...a great album'. Brian Player, Acoustic Cafe Radio Show, Blues and Roots Radio

'Great songs deserve airtime - and your songs are indeed great!' Peter Aston, Forest Folk, Forest FM

'Absolutely brilliant'. Pete Robinson, Salford Folk, Salford City Radio

'Rise...a beautiful album...awesome'. Christian Frank, The Lemon Circus

'A talented duo...good songs'. Mike Norris, Classic Folk Show

'Two quality musicians, with a unique, enchanting sound'. Mark O'Brien, Made in Leeds TV

''Skinner & T'witch entertain and enthrall listeners. A really great folk duo, and an absolute joy to listen to'. Chris Bowden, Radio Wimborne Folk Show

'Definitely a melodical phenomenon'. Mark Holdsworth, The Narrowboat Sessions

'Stunning folk duo that hits all the right spots...Lush and haunting'! Jumbo Records, Leeds

'A brilliant duo, and fantastic live'. Ian Tiso, Folk at the Mill, Windmill Radio

'A great duo...with a great sense of humour'. Paul Mansell, The Magic Bus and World Folk Shows, Marlow FM

'A fantastic duo'. Jamie Blatchley, The Chorley FM Folk Show

'A unique mix of powerful vocals and haunting lyrics, all sung with passion and sensitivity, and impeccable guitar playing'. Eric & Carol Johnson, Croppers Folk Club

'Fantastic music and great people, a really enjoyable performance.' Mike Jolly, Cloth Cat Music Club, Leeds

'Absolutely amazing.' Keith Brown, Morley Folk Club