Time and Tide is an album of original songs by British singer-songwriter Steve Ashley. It was released by Topic Records on 16 July 2007.
Reception Reviewing the album for The Guardian, Robin Denselow said that Ashley "has continued to develop as a thoughtful songwriter and social commentator. On his new set, the gentle, sturdy melodies are matched with a rare blend of emotion and anger".
Pete Cann, writing in The Oxford Times, described the album as "a journey through Blair's Britain...a commentary on the despair of Blair's legacy". The "outstanding track" said Cann, is Ashley's "moving tribute to his grandfather, a railwayman and union organiser, Down the Line. The tune is traditional and the words heartfelt".
Track listing The North West Wind 5:37 Still Waiting 3:55 The Birds of the Country 1:41 Lands End 4:08 The Drowning Cell 4:41 Friend of the Rivers 2:16 Ships of Shame 3:36 Down The Line 6:01 A Time-Honoured Way 2:35 The Vintners 0:39 Pub Carpets 1:39 The Refugees 4:08 This Old English Town 3:38 A Better Day 3:28 Best Wishes 2:41
Personnel Steve Ashley – vocals, acoustic guitar, harmonica, bells, whistle, drum Sarah Bushnell – viola Dik Cadbury – backing vocals, electric bass, keyboards, percussion Lesley Jackson – violin Chris Leslie – fiddle, mandolin Susannah Mahler – violin Paul Manning – piano accordion Simon Nicol – electric guitar Dave Pegg – acoustic bass, mandolin Tommy Scott – drums, keyboard, piano Geoff Short – violin Steve Trigg – trumpet Ness Whiffin – violin Lesley Willcocks – cello Robin Williamson – harp John Wilshaw – hurdy gurdy
References
External links Official website: Steve Ashley