Plainsong was formed in 1971 by Iain Matthews and Andy Roberts. Following the release of their classic LP "In Search Of Amelia Earhart" the group toured extensively and then set about recording a second album. Before these sessions were completed the band disintegrated in less than a year. Plainsong had been born, made an indelible mark on musical history and then disappeared. Fast forward twenty years: Iain and Andy decide that the time is right to revive Plainsong and recruit Mark Griffiths and Julian Dawson. This quartet released three albums from 1992 to 1996 and whilst touring to promote these recordings, built up a strong following: a combination of devotees of the original line-up, fans of solo projects by group members and people hearing Plainsong for the first time. As 1996 drew to a close, Julian left the band to concentrate on his solo career. His replacement is Clive Gregson - and so to Plainsong, 1999: