Biography
Circus Envy were formed in Hull in 2005 from the ashes of various critically acclaimed local bands. A flurry of local gigs brought them a loyal local following and interest from BBC and independent Radio. It seems that no-one in Hull had seen a bouzouki or a cajon before and audiences were thrilled at the array of sounds the band produced on stage.
Debut album, ‘Take Me Home’ was released in 2008 to critical acclaim, leading to the band being selected to play on the Beverley Folk Festival’s Acoustic Treasures Tour in 2009 and then at the festival itself. High profile support gigs for Martin Simpson and Jackie Leven and a main stage appearance at the Hull Pride and Freedom Festivals followed.
2010 holds exciting prospects for the band. An early gig at the 100 Club in London is followed by the band heading to the studio to record an EP with Stu Hanna (Show of Hands/Megson) and Andy Bell (Kerfuffle) at the helm. Featuring guest appearances by Sam Sweeney and Hannah James (Bellowhead/Kerfuffle) the EP is a mouth watering prospect. The band will be busy touring this year to promote the EP and will return to the studio in the autumn with Stu and Andy to record album number 2.
Instrumentation
Leigh Hirst – Vocals
James Paddison -Bass, Piano, Vocals
Mike Richmond – Bouzouki, Guitar, Mandolin
Andy Clark – Guitar, Flute
Mick Harding – Drums, Percussion, Cajon, Guitar and Vocals
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