Annown, (pron. Ann-ow-ann ) are a contemporary Cornish folk duo. 

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Meeting by chance around a campfire at a Songwriters' Showcase at the Trelay Community, North Cornwall, in August, 2018, Clare Coltart and Chris Hytch, (pron. highch) soon discovered that they shared a passion for the history and folk tales of Old Cornwall.

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Their original songs reflect these interests, covering tales of ambitious bal maidens, duplicitous wreckers, murder on Bodmin moor, spriggans, giants and brownies amongst other themes.

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All their songs are presented in a creative way, utilising sound samples as well as traditional instruments such as fiddle, banjo, mandolin and guitar. There are blues, jazz and even hip-hop influences which contribute to their unique sound. They are produced by Chris, a former Midlands-based music producer in his own studio, 'The Piggery'.

"Cooking up a beat-based storm, [on their track "Isolde"] are Cornish contemporary folk duo, Annown." -

Tom Robinson, BBC Radio 6

"Proper, proper folk. If you're into that, go check 'em out!" - Sarah Gosling, BBC Radio Devon