RESCHEDULED from last December, a rare performance by folk legends Martin Carthy and Dave Swarbrick takes place at Bridport’s Electric Palace on January 13.

The two men were in the vanguard of a modern revolution that shook up British folk in the 1960s – and they are still going strong.

For more than 40 years Martin Carthy has been one of folk music’s greatest innovators, one of its best loved, most enthusiastic and, at times, most quietly controversial of figures.

His skill, stage presence and natural charm have won him many admirers, not only from within the folk scene but also far beyond it.

Dave Swarbrick first came to prominence on the folk scene as a young instrumental virtuoso in the Ian Campbell Folk Group.

He first teamed up with Martin Carthy in 1966.

While they featured hot instrumental tracks in their live sets and recordings, Dave’s forte in the duo was sensitive accompaniment to Martin’s vocals and guitar. When they parted in 1969, Dave joined Fairport Convention and his contribution to folk and folk/rock music is legendary and well documented.

A spokesman for the Electric Palace said: “This remarkable pairing played an important part in the tremendous shake up given to British folk music in the mid to late 60s. This will be a concert not to be missed.”

Martin Carthy and Dave Swarbrick will be appearing at the Electric Palace on January 13.

Doors open at 7pm and tickets are £12.50, available in advance from Bridport TIC on 01308 424901, at seetickets.com or on the door. Please note, if you have tickets from December 8 these are still valid for January 13.

There is no need to exchange them – simply present the original ticket on the door on the evening.