Soaring, passionate vocals and a superb catalogue of original songs by Carolyn and Mark Evans lies at the heart of the Red Shoes success story, one which has seen them become a live favourite on the Folk Club and Festival circuit. Add to this the support of such legendary folk musicians as Dave Pegg, Dave Swarbrick, Ric Sanders and Chris Leslie, all of whom have guested on the two critically acclaimed albums by Red Shoes. Dave Pegg produced their debut album “Ring Around the Land” and went on to record his version of “Celtic Moon” for the Fairport Convention album “Festival Bell”. The duo’s second album “All The Good Friends” was produced by Mick Dolan (Show of Hands, Traffic, Fisherman’s Friends). “It Isn’t Over Yet” released in September 2017 is a double CD. One set of songs in full band format featuring guests Dave Pegg, Ric Sanders and Joe Brown. The second disc a pared back acoustic recording, highlighting the talents of Carolyn, Mark and long-time guitarist Nigel King. These brand new songs are currently featuring in the live set. FolkWords have made it their “Band Album of the Year” and it has gained great critical acclaim in the press. Carolyn and Mark were recently commissioned by Worcester Council to write two songs about the nostalgic recollections of local townsfolk in both Stourport and Droitwich, for the “Lending An Ear” project. The songs have become favourites at the exhibition held at The Hive in Worcester. The band have shared stages with and supported amongst others: The Strawbs; Fotheringay; Iain Matthews; Pentangle; Show of Hands, The Hut People, Mabon, plus have headlined at numerous venues around the UK.
"Sandy Denny-era Fairports and the contemporary American country-folk of Lucinda Williams sewn together neatly in these well crafted songs" - SHINDIG
"The Angels want to hear these Red Shoes" - Maverick