Description
Jim Hunter, Jim Michie & Chris Pritchard have produced an album of original material showcasing the band's diverse songwriting and instrumental talents, from good ol' rock and roll through to haunting folk ballads.
Hailing from the small but perfectly formed metropolis of Lochailort, situated in theWest Highlands of Scotland, Jim Hunter, Jim Michie and Chris Pritchard (working as the trio M.P.H.) have just released their long awaited new album COASTLINES.
Guests on the album are Jim Hunter Band veterans Graham Flett (bass) and Jamie Ash (drums), and with Zoe Killcross (piano), Iain MacMaster (accordion) and John Sinclair (keyboards).
Jim Hunter is the backbone of M.P.H. with over 30 years at the coalface as a singer, songwriter and guitarist. His beautifully crafted songs and slide guitar virtuosity have been heard on stage, film, T.V. and radio and he has toured with Little Feat, Runrig, The Waterboys, Wolfstone, Battlefield Band and the Rankin Family amongst many others. He has released 10 albums of original material and is well respected for his guitar tuition, song-writing workshops and projects. His latest project “Rockschool”, in collaboration with ex-Ozzie Osbourne Band keyboard player John Sinclair, has been a resounding success and yet another example of Jim’s enthusiasm towards nurturing Scotland’s young musical talent.
Jim Michie is the musical engine room of the group. A guitarist of long standing, he provides driving rhythms, intricate finger picking and a distinctive vocals. Over the years Jim has worked extensively with some of Scotland’s finest traditional musicians both on stage and in the studio, whilst appearing regularly in various forms of the Jim Hunter Band.
Chris Pritchard as the youngster of the group is fast earning the respect of his peers as a versatile and accomplished guitarist as well as a gifted songwriter in his own right. His clear, high harmonies and soulful lead vocals have made a vital contribution to the timeless and original quality of the M.P.H. sound.
Whether you can make it along to one of their high energy live performances or just fancy putting your feet up at home, the M.P.H. sound will evoke the spirit of the west coast and leave you with a warm glow and a smile on your face.
Sweeter Side; One Minute; Canada Girl; Emergency Telephone; Faultlines; Sailing Home; Ghosts Of Men; If Ever You Fall; The Hardest Thing; Let The Hunger Linger; Pago Pago; Singing Sands.
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