Martin Carthy and Eliza Carthy

May 8, 2025 at 7:30 PM · The Birchmere, Alexandria, VA The Birchmere, Alexandria, VA

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Eliza Carthy

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Eliza Carthy, born in Scarborough, is a renowned English folk singer and fiddler known for her dynamic fusion of traditional and punk styles. Rising to fame in the '90s, she was part of Waterson-Carthy with her iconic parents and praised for albums like "Red Rice" and "Anglicana," both Mercury Prize nominees. Her collaborations include work with Billy Bragg and Richard Thompson, and she has received multiple Radio 2 Folk Awards. A key figure in modern U.K. folk, she's led projects like the Wayward Band and recorded solo hits like "Restitute" to support fellow musicians.