A life long history of involvement in and on the borders of folk, The Kimberleys have developed a sound which is both true to the tradition and refreshingly original. Great folk anthems retain their familiarity, but with fresh and vital arrangements they shine like new pennies recalling the excitement of folk revival greats such as Fairport Convention and Pentangle. Isobel Kimberley possesses a startlingly authentic voice with a range bridging that of June Tabor and Maddy Prior. Coupled with her singular guitar skills and idiosyncratic approach to harp and ukulele, she defines The Kimberleys sound in unique fashion. Vocalist, guitarist and arranger Jim Kimberley is the perfect complement and foil to Isobel's strong musical personality with a sparse and rhythmic approach to the guitar, inspired arrangements and uncannily familial vocals.
The Kimberleys have recorded with folk icons Gordon Giltrap, Andy Cutting (Leveret, Blowzabella, 3 time BBC Radio 2 Folk musician of the year award winner) and Dave Swarbrick (Fairport Convention). They have toured and performed with Wolfscote (Telegraph Best Folk Albums, producer Jim Kimberley), The Albion Band, Julie Felix and cult acid folk innovators Comus.
Spring 2018 will see The Kimberleys release their first full length LP. This is a rare opportunity to hear two accomplished and imaginative musicians premier their long awaited debut album.