The Witch Of The West-mer-lands – Archie Fisher (cover)
Posted on February 12th, 2012 by admin
Cover of Archie Fisher’s – The Witch Of The West-mer-lands. This epic song was also sung by the great Stan Rogers. A “Beck” is a brook or stream. I think “brindled” means dappled, or not of just one plain colour. Golden Rod is a yellow flowering plant, otherwise known aherbal remediesh is used in herbal remedies. I hope the rest is clear. Once again I’ve slowed this song down slightly, the knight is supposed to be injured so no point in having him rushing about. There are some interesting parallels between this song and The Twa Corbies, the difference being that the ravens help him and his companions are more faithful.
@ MobyDicksWife Thanks!?
I love this song and Have Heard Many different singers Attempt it. Yours is by? far the best version. You sing it with emotion and sincerity When MOST singers are just singing the words. Thank you.
@ TheHobbgobblin? Thanks very much! I’ve Tried to keep this as close as possible to have the styleof Archie Fisher’s original version.
this is a wonderful cover, very well done. . . . . i enjoy? the thoughtful, seasoned version here. . . . . . Rather Than the upbeat, kooky versions that sound like beer-hall music. . . . . . . beautiful song and you render it well. . . . . . . . . well done. . . . . . . . . BRAVO
@ TheSaffronrose Thanks very much. I only really know Archie’s version Which I tried to figure out – as so Often Happens Often I just love the song so much? That’ll work out a more personal arrangement. Hope you find Some Other interesting songs. John
Your? instrumentation is nicely different from Archie’s and Stan’s, and I do like it. Your phrasing is very nice, as well. I’ll check your channel!
@ MrWaybacker I have a rendition of this song by the Waybacks on Their CD “devolver” The pace, the voice, the unique variations of the instruments, in my opinion make it the best I? Have heard. I wish Someone Would post it on You Tube. Not to take away from who sings the original LiteGauge Archie Fisher version. The Waybacks sing the version of dearly departed Stan Rogers of Whom I am more familiar. I’m Pleased to find Others Who Have Heard The Waybacks sing The Witch of the Westmoreland: D
@ Seekingoz Thanks, yes There are? Lots, if you click on my name – litegauge, you’ll redirect to my channel – there are about 400 songs.
I love? your voice. Do you have Other recordings?
very well done? Heard this song first done by the Waybacks in Charlotte nc
@ Fartheralongcove No, I’m over in France. I come? Ontario and Quebec over to Every now and then to visit family and friends – always with great pleasure.
I use to hear Stan do this live so, it Brings back memories Some? to hear you do it and do it well! Thanks again. Are you in Ontario Canada by any chance?
@ Fartheralongcove Thanks: o)?
Nice? Cover! Great job.
@ Sebastothecat Thanks very much: o)?
Excellent? version of this song!!
@ Keltickev27 Thanks very much, Kev? : O)
great arrangement. . . well? therefore o)
That’s a really nice cover of the song; Other versions I’ve heard That Quickly go, so it’s hard to follow the lyrics of what is Essentially a story. I’m collecting songs to sing her to my young;? this song is top of the list to go into my repertoire, and your version is the best I’ve found For That Purpose. Nice one.
Great tune. . . check? out aussi Barbara Dickson’s version of this song – it’s excellent
lovely job. . . . . . a? new song for me. . . thanks for the introduction
I do know the Stan Rogers version better to be honest. I got a kick out of it the other day, my English teacher is a big fan of the ballad, and has great? musician, and Played it for us in class. First time I’ve heard it Played live, and oh boy, It Was a treat.
Thanks very much. In Canada, you may know the Stan Rogers version better? Than the Original – I really like Both.
I’ve always loved this Particular ballad; Used To my friends laugh Because I Was always? going about it humming. You do excellent cover year of it!
Thank you?