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He began his musical career at the age of 17 as a member of The Cumberland Three, a British folk group in the early 1960s. [3] The Cumberland Three consisted of Beaton, Brian Fogarty, and Leonard Sturrock, with Pete Sayers on the banjo. [8]
Jun 12, 2022 · Alex Beaton, one fan said, had a “clear voice” and was an “amazing storyteller”. Born: July 15, 1944; Died: May 27, 2022. IT was April, 1964, and the record reviewer on the Glasgow Herald ...
May 28, 2022 · A fan blog pays tribute to Scottish folk-singer Alex Beaton, who died at age 77 in 2022. The blogger shares her personal experience of seeing him perform at a Highland Games and recommends his songs.
Alex Beaton (July 15, 1944 – May 27, 2022) was a Scottish, guitar-playing folksinger who made more than 35 concert appearances annually at various events across the United States (primarily highland games).
May 31, 2014 · Growing up Scottish means growing up Alex Beaton. I consider this man a dear friend, he is literally the voice of my childhood. As soon as I hear his rich voice I am a small child again,...
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Jun 12, 2022 · The trio – Alex Beaton, Brian Fogarty and Leonard Sturrock – had been playing in jazz and folk clubs in Glasgow before being spotted and signed by a London agency. Relocating to the capital, they...
May 27, 2022 · Alex Beaton, a Scottish folk singer and songwriter, passed away on May 27, 2022. He had a long and successful career in folk music, performing at various festivals and tours in the US and Scotland.