With gentle intelligence he weaves the tradition with his own contemporary parables, his writing has been said to share the same timeless quality as Richard Thompson at his best.

Since the release of The Lark Descending Wood’s appeal has gone way beyond English folk music. He was invited to sing at WOMEX 2006 where he garnered much praise and found many new followers. Likewise, his spot at 2007's WOMAD festival was testament to his widening appeal. He has musical commissions from BBC Radio 3's Late Junction and Between The Ears also from The Sage Gateshead and has completed work for Arts Council England whilst also writing and lecturing. Wood is also now a central figure in The Imagined Village joining Billy Bragg, Martin & Eliza Carthy in Simon Emerson's project.

Follow up to Best Original Song BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winner 'The Lark Descending'

"Brilliantly crafted thoughts on England. A multi-layered album of infinitesimal depth." - fRoots magazine.
Mojo magazine Folk Album of the Month Feb 08 ****.
Irish Times ****.
"Album of the Year." - Billy Bragg

Sample tracks from Proper Music:

Sumerfield Avenue / The Cottager's Reply / John Ball / England In Ribbons / Mad John / Riches on the Bold / The Lady Of York / Come Down Jehovah

Artist Sites: http://www.englishacousticcollective.org.uk/cw/