Kris Drever

Kris Drever is a talented guitarist and singer from the Orkney Islands whose debut solo album ‘Black Water’ won him the Horizon Award at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2007. He was also an awards winner the following years with Lau, the band that Kris plays in with Aidan O’Rourke and Martin Green, winning ‘Best Group’ in 2008 and 2009. His anticipated second album, ‘Mark the Hard Earth’ is released on Navigator in Spring 2010. Kris will have a busy 2010, touring with Tim O’Brien, Lau and as part of DMW.

Kris has toured and recorded all over the world with names such as Kate Rusby and Eddi Reader. He is also a noteworthy composer and has collaborated with Roddy Woomble (Idlewild), Ian Carr (Kate Rusby Band) and John McCusker. In addition to this recent work, Kris has an extensive back catalogue including work with Cathy Ryan (ex of Cherish the Ladies), Fine Friday, Leo McCann, Heidi Talbot and multi award winner Julie Fowlis.

'A strong natural singer and top notch guitarist. The folk revival has a new standard bearer'  - Q Magazine

'One of the best singers I have ever heard. His emotional range is outstanding.' - Eddi Reader

'Many moments of rare beauty… Further confirmation that folk music is kicking and screaming into the 21st Century'  - The Sun

Maturity and flair flow from every track – Telegraph

Drever’s debut aligns ancient with modern. A poignant picture of modern Britain and makes the standard live anew. (Album of the Week) – Sunday Times

This is an album that will be as relevant twenty years hence as it is today
***** - Maverick

Album Of The Year (Nominated, Scottish Traditional Music Awards)

Nominated for Best Traditional Track - 'Green Grows The Laurel ' BBC Folk Awards 2007

"KRIS DREVER IS A SERIOUS TALENT"  - MOJO MAGAZINE may 2007

**** 5/5 STARS - MAVERICK MAGAZINE