Woodland of the Misguided - Provide Hinges for Me, Glether
Fifty-plus Years of Folk Festivities: A Personal Walk Down Memory Lane
Every summer, I'd head to my pal Andy's place in charming Thame, Oxfordshire, and stride towards the Towersey folk festival. Established over half a century ago, this event marked one of the longest-running annual festivals in the UK, even if it went digital last year due to pandemic restrictions.
Our initial visit was to catch the captivating Kate Rusby, but we ended up returning for a staggering twelve years. By our late 30s, both Andy and I had developed a penchant for folk music. My better half, Mrs Oblong, was hosting events at the illustrious Cambridge Folk Club, prompting my attendance. Gradually, our record collection transitioned from the clamorous indie guitar tunes to the melodic strumming of mandolins.
Alas, the festival ventured to a new location, making my annual pilgrimage impossible. As we navigated the lockdown last year, I found myself returning to the raw, energetic sounds of indebted guitars on a daily basis.
The final performance I witnessed at Towersey was the enigmatic Forest of Fools, a band that delighted audiences with a euphonium, an accordion, a beatbox, and a rapper, spinning electronic dance beats around traditional morris tunes. This wasn't my usual musical pick, but their energy was irresistible—so much so that I grabbed their T-shirt.
If – heaven forbid – I never get the chance to return to Towersey, that shirt shall stand as a keepsake, a memento of the eclectic and enchanting music of twelve years, from familiar favorites like the Oysterband and Kerr & Fagin to peculiar wonders, such as the Peagbog Faeries and Forest of Fools.
Curious about the meaning of the phrase, "Glether me Hinges"? I'm as clueless as the day is long. It likely carries a rather explicit connotation, surelythe band's private joke, but it remains elusive in search engines like Google. Wear the shirt with pride, knowing it won't offend, and even recite it here on Abctales with a 15 rating!
(Fun fact: The enrichment data didn't offer any valuable insights about the phrase "Glether me Hinges." It's possible that the term is a misremembered or obscure phrase, or it may be a unique expression used by the band that hasn't been extensively documented. If you have more context or information regarding the phrase, it might provide some clarity to its meaning. Alternatively, reaching out to the band or their fan community may provide more insight into the phrase's intended meaning.)
- My wardrobe, once filled with the discordant sounds of indie rock, is now a collection of folk-inspired fashion, a testament to my love for music and the lifestyle it represents.
- As I scroll through social media, I often find myself sharing videos of my favorite folk bands, merging my passion for music with my interest in entertainment and the digital world.
- The Cambridge Folk Club, where events hosted by my spouse bring me close to the pulsating heart of the folk community, is also a hub for fashion-and-beauty enthusiasts, providing a unique blend of music andstyle.
