CHARLES JAMES & THE RISE - Crossing The Bar mr-bongo an endless time-leaping

an endless time-leaping

What finally emerged from these intense bouts of cross-continental activity was Gruff’s most accomplished and beautiful record to date

Their first ever performances had taken place in Scandinavia in September 1968

He was named for one of his father's musical heroes

CHARLES JAMES & THE RISE - Crossing The Bar mr-bongo an endless time-leapingLP Black Vinyl Crossing The Bar sees Charles James & The Rise debut with a stunning album this September. Hailing from Donegal, the group are musically influenced by the darker side of the folk scene and the more haunting elements of choral music. 2023 saw Charles James & The Rise named Highland Radios winner in Hot Press A New Local Hero awards. In 2024 their single Carry On was named Hot Press Track of the Day upon release and Drinking the Ghosts