Tinkerscuss

Tinkerscuss is a British folk duo from South Gloucestershire, formed by sisters Bryony Holden and Erin Holden. The group is based in the South Gloucestershire Cotswolds and is identified with folk, neofolk, pagan folk and dark britannica. Bryony Holden provides vocals, 16-string gothic harp and congas, while Erin Holden plays acoustic guitar.

Musical style

The duo’s songs are described as dark and eerie, shaped by Bryony Holden’s resonant vocals and Erin Holden’s modal guitar style. Their music combines atmosphere, mythic themes and a strong sense of contrast between light and darkness.

Albums

The album Of Darkwoods and Bright Fires is associated with imagery of woodlands and fire, and Mythago draws on story and myth with an emphasis on refined atmosphere, edge and dramatic tonal shifts. A track such as “Long Lankin” is singled out for leaving a lasting impression, while other songs on the album are described as moving between gentleness, fear and force.