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Elwyn Jones’ name is connected to two villages on the Lleyn Peninsula – Llanbedrog and Llanaelhaearn. He won the Blue Ribband at the National Eisteddfod in Llangefni in 1957. Ten years later, he recorded his first record on the Dryw label. Many recordings followed due to the high demand by people who loved his interpretation of hymns and religious songs. He became popular in concerts and at the traditional Welsh Cymanfa Ganu. Then, in 1977, he recorded an LP on the Sain label.

With this new collection of his most popular songs, a new generation can enjoy his unique voice on CD for the first time.

Dafydd Iwan, Managing Director of Sain Records, collated the songs with the co-operation of Wyn Thomas, Siop y Pentan, Carmarthen and Elwyn Jones’ widow, Mrs Catherine Mary Jones.
Dafydd Iwan said, “We know that thousands of people remember Elwyn Jones singing live at various concerts and eisteddfodau. We also know that, with this new collection, many more will enjoy listening to his voice for the first time. But one thing is certain – we will not hear a voice quite like Elwyn Jones ever again.”