An absolutely extraordinary new solo album from the English "Squeezebox" King concentrating on a traditional repertoire from Shropshire. "I know of no-one who can match his stage-presence, or come near him for integrity, authenticity, variety, humour and glorious breath-taking bravura in performance The breadth of his repertoire is quite astounding, pervaded by a great sense of humanity, a true and very fine representation of the common people that most of the songs and music came from. John Kirkpatrick, will, for me, always be English music's Mighty Heart of Oak" - Shirley Collins from the CD sleevenote introduction. What more can be said?