Priscilla - I agree, it's a rare talent to be able to write songs that sound like they could be traditional. I've tried my hand at it, but not with the level of success that masters like Andy M. Stewart or Richard Thompson have achieved. One of my favorites in this category is "Captain Jack and the Mermaid" by Meg Davis (recorded, uncredited, by De Dannan), a brilliant effort.

Does anyone know whether there is truth to the rumors that Mary Black will release an album of trad material?

Michael