Fishing 4 Compliments are a Huddersfield-based indie-folk band that emerged organically around the quirky, emotive songs and retro-vibe vocals of lead singer-songwriter Eileen. Drawing on an eclectic mix of influences the band have developed their own distinctive uplifting indie-folk-pop sound and a reputation for specialising in catchy, hook and harmony-laden folk-pop songs. Currently in their 15th year of bringing their songs to an array of live music venues, pubs, festivals and community events Fishing 4 Compliments have released two enthusiastically received albums to date, both of which are produced by The Dunwells. Reviews of their recently released second album 'Lost In Good Intentions' are expressive of a warm enthusiasm for the ever persevering Fishing 4 Compliments and pick up on their; individuality, versatility, cross-genre flavour and community-based live performance roots. The album also earned them a 4 star review in RnR Magazine alongside a mention as Tip for 2026. They have also recently been referred to as Yorkshire's Hidden Gem (Folk North West). “Beautiful folk music, with sounds of Fleetwood Mac, The Cranberries and The Cardigans. Dreamy Melodies and harmonies, weaved together with great musicianshipand songs that take you away from everyday life. Great band who love playing live and the audience can’t do anything but enjoy it and want to hear more” (Mark Richardson, owner of Loafers Vinyl & Coffee, The Piece Hall, Halifax) “Fishing 4 Compliments harness the spirit of old folk – perhaps not so much musically, but culturally. Their experiential band energy harks back to a time when community was everything; when art, family and entertainment would melt as one, in the local pub or on the village green. That is their enduring sentiment. Fittingly, their songs are like little lost treasures.” (Stephen Desmond, Dirty Sunbeams) “I have heard them described as a folk band, while they use some folk styling they are so much more than that. In fact they would be hard to place firmly into any specific genre box…Eileen seems to be able to draw on every emotion with her gorgeous voice.” (Bill Adamson, With Just A Hint Of Mayhem) “F4C specialise in catchy, hook-laden folk/pop songs written by Eileen, which features her clear, natural voice, sometimes with vibrato, which gives the band’s music a distinctive unique sound. Eileen is also a fine songwriter who is able to combine intriguing, personal lyrics with a shiny pop sensibility” (Peter Cowley, FATEA Magazine).

Sample tracks by Fishing 4 Compliments

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All 11 tracks

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