On September 23, 2025, Daniel Henry Edward Thompson aka Danny Thompson died aged 86. He was musician (upright bass, tea chest bass), songwriter and record producer, member of Alexis Korner’s Blues Incorporated, led a trio that included John McLaughlin, but was best known as member of Pentangle and long – time collaborator with John Martyn. During his long musical career he recorded and played with a large variety of other musicians, including Richard Thompson, Kate Bush, Tim Buckley, ABC, Skin, Ayuo, Richard Barbieri, The Blind Boys of Alabama, Sam Brown, Graham Coxon, Donovan, Christine Collister, Barbara Dickson, Bick Drake, Everything but the Girl, Marianne Faithfull, Peter Gabriel, Davey Graham, Mara!, Linda Lewis, Mike Landup, Magna Carta, The Chris McGregor Septet, Loreena McKennitt, Ralph McTell, Alison Moyet, Cliff Richard, Dizrhythmia, David Sylvian, Duffy Power, Deva Premal, Andrew Ridgeley, Talk Talk, Loudon Wainwright III, Se. E. Rogie, Darell Scott, Songhai, Vivian Stanshall, Eric Bibb & North Country Far, Hunter Muskett, Mary Hopkin, John Stevens, Alan Holdsworth, Bert Jansch, David Wharnsby, Boo Hewerdine, Tasmin Archer, The Incredible String Band, T. Rex and Rod Stewart. As leader Thompson released seven albums.
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Gerald Conway
On March 29, 2024, Gerald Conway died aged 76. He was musician (drums, percussion), performed and recorded with Alexis Korner, Eclection, Fotheringay, Al Stewart, Cat Stevens, Joan Armatrading, The Bunch, Moke McHear, Grimms, Kate & Anna McGarrigle, Richard Thompson and Ian Matthews. Conway was best known for his work with Pentangle, Jethro Tull and Fairport Convention.
The Pentangle: Same
On May 17, 1968, “Transatlantic” label released the self – titled, debut Pentangle (The) album. It was recorded February – March 1968, at “IBC Studios” and “Olympic Sound Studio” in London, and was produced by Shel Talmy.
Personnel:
- Jacqui McShee– vocals
- Bert Jansch– vocals, acoustic guitar
- John Renbourn– vocals, acoustic guitar
- Danny Thompson– double bass
- Terry Cox– vocals, drums
Track listing:
- Let No Man Steal Your Thyme – traditional
- Bells – Jacqui McShee, Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Danny Thompson, Terry Cox
- Hear Mt Call – The Staple Singers
- Pentangling – Jacqui McShee, Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Danny Thompson, Terry Cox
- Mirage – Bert Jansch
- Way Behind the Sun – traditional
- Bruton Town – traditional
- Waltz – Jacqui McShee, Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Danny Thompson, Terry Cox
Pentangle: Cruel Sister
On November 27, 1970, “Transatlantic” label released “Cruel Sister”, the fourth Pentangle album. It was recorded in 1970, at “Sound Techniques” in London, and was produced by Bill Leader.
Personnel:
- John Renbourn– vocals, acoustic and electric guitars, sitar, recorder
- Bert Jansch– vocals, acoustic guitar, appalachian
- Jacqui McShee– vocals
- Danny Thompson– double bass
- Terry Cox– vocals, drums, percussion, dulcitone, glockenspiel
- dulcimer, recorder, concertina
Track listing:
- A Maid That’s Deep In Love
- When I Was In My Prime
- Lord Franklin
- Cruel Sister
- Jack Orion
The Pentangle: Basket of Light
On October 26, 1969, “Transatlantic” label released “Basket of Light”, the third Pentangle (The) studio album. It was recorded in 1969, at”IBC Studios” in London and was produced by Shel Talmy.
Personnel:
- Terry Cox– lead and backing vocals, drums, glockenspiel, hand drum
- Bert Jansch– lead and backing vocals, guitar, banjo
- Jacqui McShee– lead and backing vocals
- John Renbourn– lead and backing vocals, guitar, sitar
- Danny Thompson– double bass
- Damon Lyon-Shaw, John Pantry– engineer
- Diogenic Attempts Ltd. – design
- Peter Smith – photography
Track listing:
All tracks by Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Danny Thompson, Terry Cox and Jacqui McShee, except where noted.
- Light Flight
- Once I Had a Sweetheart – traditional, arranged by Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Danny Thompson, Terry Cox, Jacqui McShee
- Springtime Promises
- Lyke-Wake Dirge – traditional, arranged by Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Danny Thompson, Terry Cox, Jacqui McShee
- Train Song
- Hunting Song
- Sally Go ‘Round the Roses – Lona Stevens, Zell Sanders
- The Cuckoo – traditional, arranged by Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Danny Thompson, Terry Cox, Jacqui McShee
- House Carpente – traditional, arranged by Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Danny Thompson, Terry Cox, Jacqui McShee
Pentangle: Reflection
In October 1971, “Transatlantic” label released “Reflection”, the fifth Pentangle album. It was recorded in 1971, at “Command Studios” and “Olympic Studios” in London, and was produced by Bill Leader.
Personnel:
- Bert Jansch– vocals,acoustic guitar, banjo
- Jacqui McShee– vocals
- John Renbourn– vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar
- Danny Thompson– double bass
- Terry Cox– vocals, drums, percussion
Track listing:
All tracks by Terry Cox, Bert Jansch, Jacqui McShee, John Renbourn, and Danny Thompson, except where noted.
- Wedding Dress – traditional
- Omie Wise – traditional
- Will the Circle Be Unbroken? – traditional
- When I Get Home
- Rain and Snow – traditional
- Helping Hand
- So Clear
- Reflection
Pentangle: Reflection
In October 1971, “Transatlantic” label released “Reflection”, the fifth Pentangle album. It was recorded in March 1971, at “Command Studios” and “Olympic Studios” in London, and was produced by Bill Leader.
Personnel:
- Jacqui McShee – vocals
- John Renbourn – vocals, acoustic and electric guitar
- Bert Jansch – vocals, acoustic guitar, banjo
- Danny Thompson– double bass
- Terry Cox– vocals, drums, percussion
Track listing:
All tracks by Terry Cox, Bert Jansch, Jacqui McShee, John Renbourn and Danny Thompson, except where noted.
- Wedding Dress – traditional
- Omie Wise – traditional
- Will the Circle Be Unbroken? – traditional
- When I Get Home
- Rain and Snow – traditional
- Helping Hand
- So Clear
- Reflection
Pentangle: Solomon’s Seal
In September 1972, “Reprise” label released “Solomon’s Seal”, the sixth Pentangle album. It was recorded in 1972, and was produced by John Wood.
Personnel:
- Jacqui McShee– vocals
- Bert Jansch – vocals, acoustic guitar, dulcimer, harmonica, banjo
- John Renbourn – vocals, acoustic and electric guitar, sitar, banjo, recorder
- Danny Thompson– double bass
- Terry Cox – vocals, drums, percussion, finger cymbals
Track listing:
All tracks by Terry Cox, Bert Jansch, Jacqui McShee, John Renbourn and Danny Thompson, except where noted.
- Sally Free And Easy – Cyril Tawney
- The Cherry Tree Carol – traditional, arranged by Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Danny Thompson, Terry Cox, Jacqui McShee
- The Snows
- High Germany – traditional, arranged by Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Danny Thompson, Terry Cox, Jacqui McShee
- People On The Highway
- Willy O’ Winsbury – traditional, arranged by Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Danny Thompson, Terry Cox, Jacqui McShee
- No Love Is Sorrow
- Jump Baby Jump
- Lady Of Carlisle – traditional, arranged by Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Danny Thompson, Terry Cox, Jacqui McShee
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