Biography
Tinkerscuss is a British folk duo comprised of sisters Bryony Holden (vocals, 16 string gothic harp, congas,) and Erin Holden (acoustic guitars). Originally from Liverpool, they now live in the south Gloucestershire Cotswolds.
With a combination of Bryony Holden's rich, resonant vocals, and her sister's modal guitar style, Tinkerscuss songs are dark and eerie. Of their album ‘Of Darkwoods and Bright Fires’, one review said: “..The perfect album to listen to in a cottage amid a dark wood, cosied up to a bright fire. ” For ‘Mythago’, the review by Folkwords says: "Delicate, powerful beauty. Mythago from Tinkerscuss is a rare, rich treasure of story and myth delivered with refined atmosphere and edge. Mythago encompasses depth, power and force delicately applied. Just a touch is all that's needed to reach out and enthrall the listener. There is within this album a mix of love, fear, darkness and light that carries a dreadful beauty. To Make You Stay is gentle soft seduction, while The Cursing Song has a guitar that slithers up and down your spine. And their outstanding version of Long Lankin will linger in your head for a long time. Fine Horseman is magic - probably best listened to in front of a single candle in the dark - just to make sure you're spooked. An album of passionate music. "
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