House and Land is an American folk duo formed by musicians Sally Anne Morgan and Sarah Louise Henson, who have carved out a distinctive niche in the contemporary folk scene with their mesmerizing reinterpretations of traditional music. Their collaboration is rooted in their deep appreciation for Appalachian music and their shared prowess on an array of acoustic instruments, including guitar, banjo, fiddle, and shruti box, blended with their haunting vocal harmonies. The duo is known for their ability to unearth the raw emotion and timeless narratives embedded within old songs, presenting them with a modern sensitivity that resonates with today’s audiences.
Their eponymous debut album "House and Land" emerged in 2017, establishing their sound with a breadth of hauntingly beautiful tracks. Following this well-received introduction, they continued to delve deeper into the rich well of folk traditions, unveiling releases like "Two Sisters," which showcases their adeptness at storytelling through music, and "Across The Field" in 2019, an album that further explores themes across the natural world, life's journey, and the human experience. With each successive release, including "Rainbow 'Mid Life's Willows" and "Carolina Lady," House and Land continues to captivate listeners with their ethereal musical dialogues, offering a profound connection to the past while speaking sincerely to the present.
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