The Oak And The Ash

by Banter

/

  • Streaming + Download

    Includes unlimited streaming via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
    Purchasable with gift card

      £1 GBP  or more

     

about

Our new version of the traditional song which Nina found the words to in William Henry Hadow's 'Songs of The British Islands' - an old schools songbook full of folk songs from the early 1900s.

Originally set to a 17th Century tune, Nina reset the words to a new tune as, being a no-nonsense, outdoorsy Northern lass herself, the lyrics really appealed. With tongue in cheek Mark and Simon, the two Southern born members of the band, decided that adding the tune 'Cock O' The North' into the song would be a perfect fit!

This is a digital single from our new album HEROES (which is set for release as a CD and as a digital download/stream on 29th April).

You can Pre Order the album and get a signed copy before release via our website,

www.banter.band

lyrics

A North country lass up to London did pass
Although with her nature it did not agree
Which made her repent and so often lament
Still wishing again in The North for to be

O the oak and the ash and the bonny ivy tree
They flourish at home in my own country

O fain would I be in The North country
Where the lads and the lasses are making of hay
For there should I see what is pleasant to me
A mischief on them who enticed me away

I like not the court nor the city resort
Since there is no fancy for such maids as me
Their pomp and their pride I can never abide
Because with my humour it does not agree

credits

released March 11, 2024
Music: Nina Zella
Lyrics: Traditional
Arrangement: Banter

Vocals and Keys: Nina Zella
Melodeon: Simon Care
Bass Guitar, Fiddle and Vocals: Mark Jolley
Drums, Percussion and Vocals: Tim Walker

Recorded and mixed at Far Heath Studios, Northampton by Angus Wallace.
Mastered by Nick Cooke (Nick Cooke Mastering)

Released on Mrs Casey Records
Published by Banter

All rights reserved (c) & (p) 2024

license

all rights reserved

tags

about

Banter image

Banter Lincoln, UK

Banter are: Simon Care - melodeon, Nina Zella - keyboards & vocals, Tim Walker - drums, percussion, brass & vocals, & Mark Jolley - bass, fiddle, guitar & vocals.

Four fine musicians with traditional English roots, who enjoy stretching the limits. Reputed for being bold & powerfully unique.

In great demand at many of the UK’s folk and roots festivals & internationally at European festivals. ... more

contact / help

Contact Banter

Streaming and
Download help

Report this track or account

If you like Banter, you may also like:

Bandcamp Daily  your guide to the world of Bandcamp

On Bandcamp Radio

Seafood Sam joins the show to discuss his newest album, " Standing On Giant Shoulders".
listen now