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It just seems like he invented Scottish folk

Archie Fisher, 70, lives in the Scottish Borders region of southern Scotland, raising and racing quarter horses, gardening, and writing songs. Archie Fisher, 70, lives in the Scottish Borders region of southern Scotland, raising and racing quarter horses, gardening, and writing songs.
By Scott Alarik
Globe Correspondent / February 12, 2010

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If Archie Fisher has learned anything from his half-century as one of Scotland’s most influential musicians, it’s that whenever you think you’re inventing something, you’re probably just reinventing it. Now 70, Fisher did much to create the template of the modern Scottish folk performer, as guitarist, singer, and songwriter. (Full article: 777 words)

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