Given that seminal album Liege & Lief is hailed as having been the inspiration for the electric folk movement, it’s hardly surprising that Fairport Convention are considered to be one of English folk rock’s most important groups. Founded in 1967, the band have, at various times, boasted some of the country’s most talented musicians. The current line-up features founding member Simon Nicol on guitar and vocals, Dave Pegg on bass guitar, Ric Sanders on violin, and Chris Leslie on fiddle, mandolin and vocals. They will be joined on stage by former member Dave Mattacks (on drums).