The Watersons' debut album, Frost and Fire, brought a unique, close-harmony approach to traditional English folk songs. The a cappella arrangements highlighted the group's distinctive vocal blend.
- The album was recorded in a single day at the Criterion Studios in London. It was produced by Tony Russell, who was then working for Topic Records. The album features traditional songs, with no songwriting credits given to the group.
- Frost and Fire was released in December 1965 on the Topic Records label. It featured a striking cover photograph of the group.
- The album was reissued on CD in 1996 with bonus tracks. It is considered a seminal work in the English folk revival.
The Watersons are a traditional English folk group, comprising siblings Lal, Norma, and Mike Waterson, and their cousin John Harrison. They are noted for their close-harmony singing style and dedication to traditional repertoire. Frost and Fire was their debut album, released at a time when the English folk revival was gaining momentum.
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