Fairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort
May 22, 1972 · 31m
Director
Tony PalmerOverview
Directed by renowned British film director Tony Palmer, this film captures the band at the Maidstone Fiesta during the summer of 1970 as they run through their set of the time. This included various jigs and reels, and the songs Sir Patrick Spens and Now Be Thankful. The film also features two songs from Matthews Southern Comfort, the band led by former Fairport Convention member, Ian Matthews.
Cast of Fairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort
Richard ThompsonSelf - Fairport Convention (lead guitarist)
Simon NicolSelf - Fairport Convention (rhythm guitarist)
Dave SwarbrickSelf - Fairport Convention (violinist)- Dave MattacksSelf - Fairport Convention (drummer)
- Dave PeggSelf - Fairport Convention (bassist)
- Iain MathewsSelf - Matthews Southern Comfort (vocal)
- Gordon HuntleySelf - Matthews Southern Comfort (pedal steel guitarist)
- Carl BarnwellSelf - Matthews Southern Comfort (rhythm guitar, vocal)
- Mark GriffithsSelf - Matthews Southern Comfort (lead guitar, vocal)
- Andy LeighSelf - Matthews Southern Comfort (bass guitarist)
- Ramon DuffeySelf - Matthews Southern Comfort (drums)
John PeelSelf - Narrator
Crew of Fairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort
About Fairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort
What is Fairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort about?
Directed by renowned British film director Tony Palmer, this film captures the band at the Maidstone Fiesta during the summer of 1970 as they run through their set of the time. This included various jigs and reels, and the songs Sir Patrick Spens and Now Be Thankful. The film also features two songs from Matthews Southern Comfort, the band led by former Fairport Convention member, Ian Matthews.
When was Fairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort released?
Fairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort was released on May 22, 1972.
How long is Fairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort?
Fairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort runs 31 minutes.
Who directed Fairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort?
Fairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort was directed by Tony Palmer.
Who is in the cast of Fairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort?
The cast of Fairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort includes Richard Thompson (Self - Fairport Convention (lead guitarist)), Simon Nicol (Self - Fairport Convention (rhythm guitarist)), Dave Swarbrick (Self - Fairport Convention (violinist)), Dave Mattacks (Self - Fairport Convention (drummer)) and Dave Pegg (Self - Fairport Convention (bassist)).