English Rebel Songs 1381-1984 English Rebel Songs 1381-1984 is the only “ a cappella” album by the English “punk” band Chumbawamba made up almost entirely of traditional English songs. THE CUTTY WREN was written at the time of the Peasant's Revolt in 1381 It tells the story of the capture of the wren - a symbol for the King - and its division amongst the poor people. An ancient custom in those times declared that for one day in each year the commoners would have the freedom of the kingdom... read more