04/11/2025
Most of you will have heard by now, but I thought I should update after my recent post about Archie Fisher. On 1st November, Cilla Fisher posted on Facebook that her brother Archie had died. Our immediate emotions are generally of sadness, but hopefully soon the focus will turn to Archie's immense contribution folk music over many years. For me, and I'm sure for many others, Archie was a constant presence during our experience of the folk revival. He was there from the early days, and still performing until recently - as majestic as ever. He inspired people in so many ways, both through his own music and songs, but also as a caring, insighful, and encouraging broadcaster and quiet commentator. He acknowledged a few others as masters of their music, whilst modest of his own position. He was, and remains, one of the greats, and we owe him a huge debt. He was a carrier of, and a contributer to the tradition. He often signed off on Travelling Folk with the words "Keep safe". Farewell Archie, you will live on in our memories and through your songs. To all who knew him, and especially his family and friends, keep safe.
