An in-studio concert and interview with singer/songwriter, guitarist Richard Thompson. He first became known for his work with "Fairport Convention." He's since gone solo and is known for his dark songs which blend elements of British folk ballads and the blues. His latest album is "Mirror Blue," (Capitol). There's also a retrospective collection of his work released last year, "Watching the Dark: The History of Richard Thompson," (on Rykodisc.)
Thompson is a British musician first known for his work with Fairport Convention. He's since gone solo, writing dark songs which blend elements of British folk ballads and the blues. His new album is called "Rumor and Sigh."