Billy Bragg - William Bloke

Following the release of Don't Try This At Home, Billy Bragg went into seclusion for five years, as he raised his young child. William Bloke reflects a newfound maturity for Bragg, as he tones down his attack and returns to simple, acoustic-based arrangements. Though there are a few songs that are infused with his trademark leftist politics, most of William Bloke is comprised of songs about fatherhood and maturity, which are warm, compassionate and melodic. In short, it's the sound of urban folk settling into adulthood without dreading its responsibilities. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide

Name Credits Andy Peake Producer, Engineer Ashley Dreese Mandolin Billy Bragg Guitar, Vocals Cara Tivey Piano, Keyboards, Organ Caroline Hall Trombone Chris Morgan Double Bass Chucho Merchán Double Bass Dave Woodhead Brass Arrangement, Trumpet, Flugelhorn Diedre Cooper Cello Fionn Ó Lochlainn Bass Grant Showbiz Producer J.F.T. Hood Percussion, Drums Jeff Kleinsmith Design Nigel Frydman Bass Paul Slattery Photography Terry Disley String Arrangements, Organ, Strings Terry Edwards Sax (Alto), Sax (Baritone) Tim Young Mastering