We’ve mentioned these fine ladies a couple of times here at TLOBF. Most recently in our ‘Introducing’ interview. Still in their musical adolesence, Smoke Fairies possess a charm and vulnerability that makes their delta blues/folk hybrid an intoxicating listen.

TLOBF were invited to the single launch of ‘Living With Ghosts’ earlier in the week - we sent Dan Marner down to the 1930’s esque venue Bourne & Hollingsworth, deep in the heart of Soho to capture the show on film.

If Kristin Hersh had grown up in early 20th-century Mississippi Delta she’d sound like this…

A brand new act on the thriving UK folk scene are female duo Smoke Fairies. Their music stripped back and haunting, wraps itself around you like a thick blanket of smoke whilst their two part harmonies rattle around your head hours after listening. We recently caught up with Katherine and Jessica to find out a little more about their history and musical influences. Turns out, unsuprisingly, they have excellent taste - not only musically but in their choice of beverage. Ladies and gentlemen - say hello to Smoke Fairies.

Hello girls - It’s our round. What are you having?
Katherine - The most expensive single malt whisky at the bar on ice please.
Jessica - That or a Banana Daiquiri

Right, now we’ve got that out of the way…A little about the band. For people out there that have never heard of you. Give us three reasons why they should…
1. Because hopefully, there is nothing else quite like it.
2. Because it will let you escape to some place in your mind that you have never visited before.
3. Because it will leave you feeling something, not sure what exactly - it makes me feel restless. Continue Reading