Meet on the Ledge 2020 – Fairport Convention & friends

‘Meet on the Ledge’ for the Cropredy that never was. Recorded in August 2020 in the UK, Ireland, France and the USA.

Featuring Simon Nicol, Dave Pegg, Chris Leslie, Ric Sanders, Gerry Conway, Richard Thompson, Dave Mattacks, Ralph McTell, Chris While, Martyn Joseph, Kellie While, Moya Brennan, Rosalie Cunningham, Emily Barker, Maddie Morris, Graeme Taylor, Joziah Longo, Olly Knights, Rob Allum & Scott Doonican.

Sound & video production by Paul Mitchell & John Etchells.

[MartinWisse]

Just stumbled across this by accident, but what a wonderful version of a wonderful song. My wife died more than a decade ago and this song always reminds me of her. Goosebumps.

[tonykemp]

Martin lamble, sandy denny, dave swarbrick and everyone else we have lost will be smiling somewhere, we will all meet up again

[gregnewman]

Wow!! So glad i stumbled upon this rendition. It made my day!! Thanks to all.
Cheers, Richard.

[marklaxer]

One of my all-time favorite songs and bands. Thank you!

[matocikala]

It's a beautiful song. I Just discovered it. Finding a bit of beauty in the world unexpectedly is soothing. Thank you for this gift of beauty

[relixization]

This is one of the most inspiring songs I have heard. Fantastic Fairport.

[epluribusunum]

I would have given most of what I own to see and hear Richard Thompson, singing his own song, in this, with enthusiasm, even smiling.
What a gift! This is his song, and Fairport’s song, and for so many of us it has been our song, our deeply meaningful anthem for years and years ... it is a fine anthem for this, our plague year. “You’ll have your chance again, then you can do the work for me.”

[ATCguy]

All of us fans of 60s and 70s, how could this not bring tears of Joy to your eyes and ears?

[idiotglee]

According to RT, I'm a big softy, bc tears just stream down when i hear this tune, and what a great version! TY all

[korail]

Hello,
I am a 30 years old guy from Belgium.
I discovered you thanks to Greta Van Fleet who covered this song.
I just wanted to say that I am so thankful for this. When I found out that Meet on the ledge was a cover from another band, I had a really awesome surprise. This song is amazing.

[mikewilson]

One of the greatest songs of the 20th Century. And I've heard a lot of songs in my 50 years.

[sirpatrickspens]

Love Richard Thompson gesticulating - I don't think I've ever seen him sing without a guitar in his hands. Taking himself back to his 17 year old self when he penned this classic!

[shortmeister]

I needed this today. The anniversary of the passing of my dear friend, Jim. And I lost my only sister last year. I feel so alone, and sad, but I look forward to meeting them on the ledge...God's peace and blessings to all.

[hansbr]

first Fairport song I heart on an Island sampler 53 years ago and it is still a monument for everyone here and on the other side like Sandy, Martin, Swarb.
Pity Iain Matthews wasn't here ! Stay Healthy

[davidmiller]

Best version ever. Cheered my heart at a very depressing time. Well done all.

[brendanwalsh]

This is just wonderful and brought tears of joy! My first ever public comment.

[JLNegreiros]

Wonderful version of Meet on the Ledge. Amazing!

[George_D]

Fairport Convention, such an awesome, eclectic gathering for this awesome song. Such soul & excellence. All in all, be it moons ago with Sandy Denny, or whether here and now in 2021: What a _great_ band!! Despite knowing of them for some time, I only wish I'd listened far earlier. Possibly the last, most unique folk rock band in the UK, though IMHO I think they transcend genre labels altogether, they're World Music far I'm concerned. This is one of the most special songs ever written, composed. Performed so brilliantly and gracefully here. I'm grateful they're still creating, long may it be! 💜

[adriennejones]

Simon, Dave, Dave, and all — Thank you for giving us this. Cropredy is our most precious memory from touring. I hope you are all well and safe. 💜

[MoominGhoul]

Beautiful! My amazing Dad who I haven't been able to see for over 7 months, (I am at high risk), told me to watch this. I'm crying because I love this & I am hoping that I will get to see the people & places I love again ✌💚