Keith Pearson

“LOOKIN’ BACK” - A new release by Keith Pearson

This digital album is a celebration of many years of songwriting, performing and collaboration with top class musicians and includes some previously unheard material.

The collection presents a wide range of styles - from some very early singer/songwriter solo recordings; tracks from folk/country and bluegrass ensembles through the years and a couple of jazzy 30s style numbers – displaying Keith’s renowned creativity and versatility.

1.Glad when you’re gone  (2024 Keith Pearson’s Hat-trick. Phil Milner, Nigel Fear)

2.Because I’m in love with you (1976 Right Hand Band. Dave and Paul Craswell, Dave Arbus on fiddle)

3.Talkin’ to the Lord  (2000 Treacle Line.  Dave and Paul Craswell)

4.It wasn’t me (1988 KP solo)

5.Rock & Roll on Saturday night (1995 Hit Kickers. Phil Milner, Tim Jellis, John Duffy, James Darby)

6.More hills to climb (1987 with Andy Bell)

7. If (with consent from the Kipling Foundation,1968 Keith’s first recording)

8.Poor Bill (2008, Coup de Grass. Phil Milner, Tim Jellis, Andrew Noyes)

9.Lovers Again (1989 Isla St Clair vocal with Hitkickers)

10. Waiting by the telephone (1987 KP with Andy Bell)

11. The sun will come shining through (1990 Hitkickers)

12. Vladivostok Two Step (2002 Treacle Line. Pixie Jenkins on fiddle)

13. It’s Rain (Stoneman) (2008 Coup de Grass. James Darby on harmonica)

14. When I get to Texas (2008 Coup de Grass)

15. Bluesman’s Lullaby (2016 backing vocal Bea Balzarotti, Josh Ison on saxophone)

 

With thanks to Mick Venning (Orchard Cottage Studio), Kevin Batchelor (artwork), Sam West, and the many others who have contributed. And in recognition of those band members who are no longer with us, notably Dave and Paul Craswell, Dave Arbus, and Tony Buch.

Release date 14 February 2026 - Available on the usual platforms

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Live recordings of Coup de Grass concerts at Hitchin Folk Club are available, email goodmusic@hitchinfolkclub.co.uk. 

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