Solomon Browne is a beautiful and very moving song. Listening to the story of the song underlines the importance of the RNLI, and the bravery of the men who lost their lives. It is great that some of the profits will be going to such a good cause (although a shame that it is not fully funded by the government - we don't have to give money to the ambulance service or fire brigade do we!).
Anyway, power to Seth's fiddler's elbow - great song and great cause!

Good luck!
 

I agree that Solomon Browne is an excellent song, as is the whole album.


Oh yes, the RNLI is a worthy cause, and thanks, Seth for this kind charitable donation.


I am glad however that the RNLI are NOT Government funded. They would close half the stations so that they could save money to pay for the exra administration needed to make a complete mess of the whole concern.

 

Solomon Browne is a great song, with such meaning and emotions. Its a real heart toucher, it makes you think of the story behind the song and not just the actual music. A song with a story is a inspiration to many..we take it and make our own judgements. Its beautiful.

 

Great choice of track. One of my favourites from the album. As an occasional surfer/sailor I know the donation to the RNLI will be much appreciated by many I sure. Keep up the great work Seth.


Peter @
 

Great stuff, I was at Perranporth and know how the RNLI were so gratefull to you for the album launch proceeds, a brilliant single and a very commendable act by you, young Mr Lakeman, you work tirelessly and selflessly for us, keep bringing it Seth your the best, have a great Bank Holiday, Calinda xxx p.s have sprained ankle cant make Arundel but will def be at Moseley, see yo guys there.

 

And after that...... Blood Red Sky!! Love that song ;)

But this is also a good choice, good luck with sales!
Love you,
X from Holland! (still no news here about the great Seth Lakeman... :(....)
 

great song and a very deserving charity - I'm sure many will gladly download the single even though they have the album in order to help out - I know I will :)

Mari
 

Hi Seth,
I think it's excellent that you're donating some of the profits from your new single to the RNLI!!
Good luck with the release & I look forward to seeing you perform again in the Great Hall (Exeter) - I've got my ticket!
Hope you're enjoying your day!
Best wishes,
Jules
 

I await the 29th with baited breath Mr Lakeman.


I too remember the Penlee lifeboat tragedy, I wept at the sacrifice made by those brave men, and the terrible loss felt by their families, and at Christmas too.


I was so upset, I remember I donated all the money that my aunts and uncles gave me for Christmas to the fund that was set up. I think it's brilliant that you're keeping their heroic act in the public eye and reminding us just what an incredible job the RNLI do.


Of course the real scandal is that they're not centrally funded by the government - oops a little bit of politics from Madame M.


OOoodles of Big Ones
Madame M
Editor
The Merryweather Gazette
 

Can't wait! x