British music legends Strawbs will be releasing “Magic From the Moon” on Blu-ray on June 9, 2025. A spectacular acoustic and symphonic concert from the Strawbs 40th Anniversary Show, this release showcases the acoustic talents of the Strawbs. The set list covers many milestones over their long career with the Strawbs performing songs from their 1969 self-titled debut album to the Dancing to the Devil's Beat album from 2009.
Special guest Sonja Kristina joins the Strawbs for four of the songs, singing Sandy Denny’s parts. This unique concert also features the closing extravaganza with the legendary Robert Kirby, along with members of the Royal Artillery Orchestra. The full contingent of Electric Strawbs (Dave Cousins, Rod Coombes, Dave Lambert, Chas Cronk, John Ford and Oliver Wakeman) faithfully recreate some of the great classics in the Strawbs vast repertoire.
The Blu-ray also features an interview with Robert Kirby. Kirby discusses “David’s brilliant attitude towards music”, his time in the Strawbs, and working for the band. Rehearsal footage of the conductor and the orchestra is also included.
This unique show, including the performances which feature Sonja Kristina, has never been released on home video since the concert was performed in 2009. Having only been seen by those in attendance at the show, this release promises to be of great interest among Strawbs fans across the globe.
Set List:
1. Simple Visions (Deep Cuts, 1976)
2. Josephine for Better or for Worse (Dragonfly, 1970)
3. Copenhagen (Dancing to the Devil's Beat, 2009)
4. Cold Steel (Deja Fou, 2004)
5. Sail Away to the Sea (Strawberry Music Sampler, 1969)
6. On My Way (All Our Own Work, 1973)
7. All I Need is You (Strawberry Music Sampler, 1969)
8. Tell Me What You See in Me (The Strawbs, 1969)
9. Evergreen (Baroque and Roll, 2001)
10. The River (Bursting at the Seams, 1973)
11. Down By the Sea (Bursting at the Seams, 1973)
12. Heavy Disguise (Grave New World, 1972)
13. Where Silent Shadows Fall (Dancing to the Devil's Beat, 2009)
Strawbs official website: https://strawbsweb.co.uk/
Press inquiries: Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158 (USA), glassonyonpr@gmail.com
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