Fairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort

1972Directed by Tony Palmer

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Released: May 22, 1972
Runtime: 31m

About Fairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort

Music
Documentary

Synopsis

Directed by renowned British film director Tony Palmer, this film captures the band at the Maidstone Fiesta during the summer of 1970 as they run through their set of the time. This included various jigs and reels, and the songs Sir Patrick Spens and Now Be Thankful. The film also features two songs from Matthews Southern Comfort, the band led by former Fairport Convention member, Ian Matthews.

Director: Tony Palmer
Writer: Tony Palmer

Principal cast

In billing order

Richard ThompsonSelf - Fairport Convention (lead guitarist)
Simon NicolSelf - Fairport Convention (rhythm guitarist)
Dave SwarbrickSelf - Fairport Convention (violinist)
Dave MattacksSelf - Fairport Convention (drummer)
Dave PeggSelf - Fairport Convention (bassist)
Iain MathewsSelf - Matthews Southern Comfort (vocal)

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