Broom Bezzums

Broom Bezzums

Broom Bezzums is a folk group based in Kirchheimbolanden and Birkenfeld, active since 2005. It is a duo made up of Mark Bloomer and Andrew Cadie.

Style and repertoire

The group performs traditional British folk material alongside original compositions and instrumentals, with a focus on northern English folksongs. Their sound combines fiddle-singing, guitar, mandolin and fiddle, and Andrew Cadie also plays Northumbrian pipes. The pair sing in robust, soulful voices.

Members

Mark Bloomer performs vocals, guitar and mandolin. Andrew Cadie performs vocals, fiddle, guitar and Northumbrian pipes.

Reception

Their performances are known for energetic playing and spoken stage banter. They have been described as congenial, quick-witted and fun-loving, while their music is characterised as soulful and technically impressive. fRoots magazine describes Andrew Cadie’s self-penned songs as quite outstanding.

Material and themes

The duo’s repertoire includes angry workers’ songs, instrumentals and love songs, presented with a strong live rapport.