The Bluehorses

Bluehorses are a Celtic rock band from Cardiff, south Wales, UK, blending a mixture of traditional, rock, Goth and classical, mixed together in their own unique style. Formed in the mid 1990s, Bluehorses are fronted by co-founder and lead singer Lizzie Prendergast playing electric violin, electric Celtic harp, space-mandolin and synthesizer. The band also comprises Nic Waulker, on drums - co-founder and co-songwriter, and Jay MacDonald on guitar ... more

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