Alistair Russell (guitar, vocals) comes from North-East England, of Scottish parentage. He has been singing and playing Scottish and Irish music, and his own songs, for over 40 years, chiefly as a member of Scotland’s legendary Battlefield Band from 1984 to 1997. Chris Parkinson (melodeon, piano accordion, harmonica, keyboards) comes from Lancashire, with family roots in the west of Ireland. A session player on over 20 albums from various artists, as well as 2 solo albums and 8 CD releases with The House Band. Together, Alistair & Chris play Irish & Scottish music with a great sense of fun, enjoyed by folk connoisseurs & general audiences alike. They combine great stage presence with inventive and sparkling musicianship, mixing traditional and contemporary music and song with flair & a strong emphasis on audience participation. “Both artists are masters of their craft with a combined pedigree which includes membership of the Battlefield and House Bands. This is a top drawer act. Book them…over and over again”. – Alan Wood, Baston Live, UK. Alistair & Chris will perform on Peregrine stage on Sunday evening.
Alistair Russell & Chris Parkinson
