Blodau Papur’s Debut Album
Blodau Papur’s first album, bearing the same name as the band, will be released on the I Ka Ching label 02/09/2019.
Blodau Papur started 2019 with a bang by releasing not one, but two singles, the soulful ‘Llygad Ebrill’ and the heartbreaking ‘Tyrd Ata I’. They were followed by a third single, ‘Yma’ – inspired by the quieter songs of Fleetwood Mac, and showing a lighter, softer side to the band’s music.
After nearly a year and a half of gigging across Wales, including playing at the National Eisteddfod Pavilion gig with the Welsh Pops in 2017 and playing with the BBC NOW orchestra at the end of 2018, their debut album is ready!
The album is one complete work of art – brand new songs, singles and songs you’ll recognise from the live sets; all woven together to create a poignant musical journey. The band enjoy experimenting with different styles, moving easily from funk to blues, to unaccompanied singing.
The album was recorded live at Drwm’s studio to capture Blodau Papur’s energy and close relationship.
Blodau Papur is the voice of Alys Williams, wrapped by the sound of a well-known band – Osian Huw (Candelas / Siddi), Aled Huws (Cowbois Rhos Botwnnog / Plu / Colorama), Dafydd Huws (Cowbois Rhos Botwnnog / Plu / Gwenno) and Branwen Haf (Cowbois Rhos Botwnnog / Siddi / Candelas).
