Lau

Lau, a trailblazing contemporary folk band from Scotland, has been shaping the modern British folk scene with their innovative sound since their formation in 2005. The pioneering trio consists of Kris Drever (guitar and vocals), Martin Green (accordion and electronics), and Aidan O'Rourke (fiddle). Renowned for their electrifying live performances and boundary-pushing studio albums, Lau merges traditional acoustic folk elements with modern electronic influences to create a distinctive and evolving soundscape.

Their discography, including critically acclaimed albums such as "Midnight and Closedown" and "The Bell That Never Rang," showcases the group's penchant for intricate musicianship and expansive arrangements. Lau has also been recognized for their dynamic live recordings, epitomized in "Live Series 1.0 (Live 2020)" and "Lau Unplugged." The band's commitment to the genre is further evidenced in releases like "Folk Songs," where they pay homage to the traditions that inspire them, while continuously redefining the boundaries of folk music. Their creative output remains not just in studio albums but extends to thought-provoking singles like "Ghosts" and "Itshardtoseemtobeokwhenyourenot," reflecting their unique narrative storytelling abilities married to their sonic versatility. Lau's consistent ingenuity and contribution to folk music have secured them a lasting presence in the landscape of contemporary British music.

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Folk Songs
Ep - 5 Tracks - Released February 12, 2021
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  1. February 12, 2021
  2. February 5
  3. January 29
  4. March 26, 2020
  5. March 26
  6. February 8, 2019
  7. January 21
  8. December 21, 2018
  9. November 30
  10. November 23
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    Riad
    1 tracks
  1. February 12, 2021
  2. February 5
  3. January 29
  4. February 8, 2019
  5. August 26, 2016
  6. December 1, 2013
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    Remixed
    8 tracks
  7. December 1, 2012
  8. December 1, 2011
  9. May 2, 2010
  10. December 1, 2009
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    Arc Light
    10 tracks
  1. March 26, 2020
  2. March 26
  3. January 21, 2019
  4. December 21, 2018
  5. November 30
  6. November 23
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    Riad
    1 tracks
  7. March 31, 2017
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    Ghosts
    1 tracks
  8. March 31
  9. December 29, 2016
  10. July 1, 2015