Simon Fowler releases ‘Simon Fowler’s Merrymouth’ May 10, 2012
While Ocean Colour Scene takes a sabbatical, their front man Simon Fowler has released ‘Simon Fowler’s Merrymouth’ – a colle... [MORE]
’30 Years On’ The Fureys and Davey Arthur May 09, 2012
Blimey, a whole 30 seconds of clapping for this celebration of the Furey’s 30th year together – ’30 Years On’ The Fureys and... [MORE]
‘Wayward Daughter: An Official Biography Of Eliza Carthy May 07, 2012
‘Wayward Daughter: An Official Biography Of Eliza Carthy’ by Sophie Parkes - ISBN: 9780956642073. Published by Soundcheck Books: www.sou... [MORE]
‘She’ - debut album from Billy Vincent May 04, 2012
There’s an album out this month that deserves your attention – new folk, folk rock or folk pop – call it what you will it matters ... [MORE]
Kristy Gallacher’s second studio album ‘Spinning Plates’ May 04, 2012
I’ll declare my partiality from the outset. I find Kristy Gallacher’s second studio album ‘Spinning Plates’ a complete and u... [MORE]
‘The Dreamer’s Eye’ - debut album from Kyle Fosburgh May 03, 2012
From its somewhat understated, gentle opening ‘The Dreamer’s Eye’ - debut album from Kyle Fosburgh - steadily grows on you with it... [MORE]
‘At First Light’ from Idir May 03, 2012
The Uilleann pipes played an integral part in my passion for Irish music and much of that has stemmed from the masterful John McSherry who (it seems... [MORE]
Rachael Gladwin and her band The Red Socks, May 03, 2012
I’ve never actually swam with dolphins but I somehow get the feeling it would be very much like attending a concert by harpist/vocalist Rachae... [MORE]
'Chasing the Light' from The Old Dance School May 01, 2012
A couple of years ago I had the pleasure of reviewing the Old Dance School’s debut release and mentioned to anyone who’d care to listen ... [MORE]
Jez Hellard and The Djukella Orchestra - latest album ‘Blood & Honey’ May 01, 2012
Jez Hellard and The Djukella Orchestra use their latest album ‘Blood & Honey’ to deliver their ‘free-ranging’ take on tr... [MORE]
Ewan McLennan and his album ‘The Last Bird To Sing’ April 26, 2012
Indelibly etched in my mind are the many times I recollect seeing Dick Gaughan perform at folk clubs throughout the UK. His passion and at times see... [MORE]
Alison Krauss and Union Station April 24, 2012
It will come as no surprise to anyone that knows me how Alison Krauss more or less single-handedly re-kindled my liking for all things bluegrass. OK... [MORE]
‘Latecomer’ from Mark Waistell April 24, 2012
Allegedly some bottled water or other brands itself as filtering through rocks for thousands of years to achieve its quality - that may be, but clea... [MORE]
Fairport Convention’s ‘Babbacombe Lee' - Revisited April 23, 2012
For many of us old enough to remember it the first time round Fairport Convention’s ‘Babbacombe Lee' was one of those albums with its ga... [MORE]
Nick Dow - ‘My Love You’ve Won To Keep’ April 20, 2012
I was listening to a radio programme a while ago when my ears pricked up on hearing the dulcet tones of Nick Dow on ‘My Love You’ve Won ... [MORE]
'Delicate Cages' from Jon Brooks April 20, 2012
There’ll be no banner waving or singing of ‘Nearer My God To Thee’ if the lyrics of Jon Brooks opening track ‘Because We&rsq... [MORE]
'Bending The Dark' latter-day Pythonesque originality from The Imagined Village April 19, 2012
There's a ground-breaking folk project that delves into varied cultural musical roots across the folk spectrum - from 'bathers in the limelight' to ... [MORE]
‘How Could We Be Wrong?’ from James J Turner April 18, 2012
There are some albums that evoke the past, some that touch the present and others that move effortlessly between the two – ‘How Could We... [MORE]
Bob Bradshaw’s eponymous album April 17, 2012
There’s a stirring edge to Bob Bradshaw’s new eponymous album - an edge doubtless reinforced by the experiences of the expedition from h... [MORE]
‘Leaves Sae Green’ by rising singer Alistair Ogilvy April 15, 2012
The evocative piano introduction to ‘Wars O’Germanie’ by rising singer Alistair Ogilvy puts me in mind of a young Sean Keane. No b... [MORE]
Pig Earth’s five Pig Earthtrack EP 14’x12’ April 15, 2012
I don’t know what the neighbours must have thought but from the photo on the insert of Pig Earth’s five track EP 14’x12’ I&r... [MORE]
‘Orfeo’ - Fay Hield and the Hurricane Party April 10, 2012
The nice thing about the opening track ‘The Lover’s Ghost’ on ‘Orfeo’ is that it leaves you in no doubt that Fay Hield... [MORE]
'Box And A Ribbon' from Marie-Claire Berreen April 10, 2012
The lush string sounds courtesy of Glenn Louis Pettit’s keyboard on the opening song ‘Honeypie’ is just right for that Sunday afte... [MORE]
‘The Singer Songwriter’s Last Stand’ by Maurice Baker April 04, 2012
Even a cursory listen to ‘The Singer Songwriter’s Last Stand’ album by Maurice Baker reinforces the overriding essence of his work... [MORE]
‘Old School Photograph’ from Richard Digance April 04, 2012
Anyone who can include sound-bites of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, In The Bleak Midwinter, Ding Dong Merrily On High and We Wish You A Merry C... [MORE]
‘Danza de Andalucia’ from Asgeir Aarøen & Bjarte Mo April 03, 2012
My music appreciation is nothing if not diverse. However it’s fair to say that my knowledge of flamenco guitar music is limited. Then again as... [MORE]
‘The Nashville Sessions’ by Changing Horses April 03, 2012
Changing Horses may not have worldwide acclaim. Their name may not be on everyone’s lips. Some might even ask ‘who’? Their debut a... [MORE]
‘Go To The Devil And Shake Yourself’ - Sergeant Buzfuz April 02, 2012
The fascinating aspect of this job is winding your mind around the range of bizarre musical offerings that occasionally come your way. Sometimes you... [MORE]
‘The Minstrel’s Grave’ by Sproatly Smith - a definitive psych-folk album March 31, 2012
‘The Minstrel’s Grave’ by Sproatly Smith is right up there as a definitive psych-folk album. This is an uncanny journey that any l... [MORE]
Irish singer-songwriter Mossy Nolan March 29, 2012
The first lure that entices you when you listen to the album from Irish singer-songwriter Mossy Nolan is the soft intensity of his vocals. This man ... [MORE]
Tales From The Barrel House’ - Seth Lakeman March 28, 2012
I’ve long admired the chutzpah of The Lakeman Brothers and in particular Seth for his go-ahead attitude to the music business. Self-belief in ... [MORE]
‘The Oxenhope EP’ - Steve Tilston & The Durbevilles March 28, 2012
OK, so I nearly consigned this 5-track CD to the “don’t bother” pile. Perhaps I should explain…I hate half-cocked albums wi... [MORE]
‘Chasing The Sun’ from James Ross March 27, 2012
‘Chasing The Sun’ from James Ross on Trinkie Records TR001 - Sitting here in my flat with the gradually diminishing lights of the neighb... [MORE]
‘Amongst The Green’ from The Churchfitters March 27, 2012
Brittany based The Churchfitters are that rare thing on the ‘folk’ circuit…a band that consistently hit a bull’s-eye (at le... [MORE]
‘The Best Of Tim Edey’ March 26, 2012
Kaleidoscope may not be the coolest word to use at the moment thanks to John Bercow, Speaker Of The House Of Commons but it happens to be the way I ... [MORE]
Cowboy Junkies: ‘The Wilderness’ Volume 4 of The Nomad Series March 20, 2012
There’s something inspirational on the horizon – March 26 to be exact – it’s the latest work of genius from Cowboy Junkies: ... [MORE]
‘Hickory’ the first solo album from Mariel Vandersteel March 19, 2012
Thread ancient echoes of Norwegian fjords around the shadows of Blue Ridge mountains and entwine them with a precise and measured talent – you... [MORE]
‘Where To?’ from Rough Island Band March 19, 2012
There may be no indigenous music as such from the Isles of Scilly but that doesn’t stop members of the local community of St Agnes from expoun... [MORE]
Rura - creating something of a buzz with ‘Break It Up’ March 19, 2012
I don’t know what it is…maybe it’s the water…Highland Spring naturally (!) that they’re drinking in Scotland but the... [MORE]
The Roving Crows and ‘Bacchanalia’ March 14, 2012
Add the cultural depth pumping through Irish traditional music, stir in unrestrained influences from Eastern Europe to the Deep South; it’s ja... [MORE]
The Albion Band – ‘The Vice of The People’ March 13, 2012
The Albion Band – ‘The Vice of The People’ - the stark acapella ‘calling-on song’ - ‘A Quarter Hour Of Fame&rsqu... [MORE]
Gillian Fleetwood and Fraya Thomsen - The Duplets - ‘Leverage’ March 11, 2012
There’s a certain magic in the Highlands of Scotland, it’s a realm where mists, mountains and mystery combine to create a unique world. ... [MORE]
‘No Man’s Fool’ - Rachael McShane March 10, 2012
‘No Man’s Fool’ - better known as the only female member of Bellowhead the cellist and singer Rachael McShane will certainly turn ... [MORE]
Duncan McCrone - ‘Colourblind’ March 10, 2012
Duncan McCrone - ‘Colourblind’- this CD had remained on my ‘to do’ list for quite a while so I’d like to take this opp... [MORE]
‘No More Wings’ from Rachel Hair Trio March 08, 2012
One of my earliest experiences of performance harp was by ‘Harpo’ Marx in the film “A Day At The Races” and again in a film ... [MORE]
Maggie Boyle, Helen Hockenhull and Lynda Hardcastle - '20' March 08, 2012
Celebrating twenty years together as a trio Maggie Boyle, Helen Hockenhull and Lynda Hardcastle unwrap their latest Grace Notes album '20' which lik... [MORE]
‘Seed of a Pine’ - Dave McGraw and Mandy Fer March 08, 2012
Sometimes it’s the melody, perhaps the vocals, or maybe it’s a collection of ‘hooks’ that won’t let go or on occasion ... [MORE]
‘Remember Me’, from singer-songwriter Marc Reeves March 05, 2012
There is always something uncertain about listening to ‘man with guitar’ (electric or acoustic) – each individual embarks on that ... [MORE]
Inca - Latin American folk March 04, 2012
Folk music, from whatever part of the world holds some element of its origin. And when you listen you absorb some of its essence. That's what happen... [MORE]
Kyle Carey – ‘Monongah’ March 02, 2012
Kyle Carey – ‘Monongah’ - a bit like President Obama I feel that Ms Carey is a ‘nice’ person. It’s not that I kn... [MORE]
Allan Yn Y Fan – ‘Pwnco’ March 02, 2012
Allan Yn Y Fan – ‘Pwnco’ - medieval…that’s how I’d describe the music of the Welsh band Allan Yn Y Fan on heari... [MORE]
‘Rich Man Poor’ from accomplished roots bluesman Lewis Cohen February 24, 2012
There’s a new album that has to be in any blues collection, it’s ‘Rich Man Poor’ from accomplished roots bluesman Lewis Cohe... [MORE]
‘Boathouse Masters’ from Shiznitz February 23, 2012
Folk music has more quirky facets than a rough-cut diamond – and when you dig your way through the dross, some of them shine. Not everyone wil... [MORE]
The Hut People with ‘Picnic’ February 22, 2012
So, here it is a welcome return to my favourite drum and squeezebox duo The Hut People with ‘Picnic’ - (Fellside Recordings FECD248). Mi... [MORE]
Keith Kendrick & Sylvia Needham - ‘Well Dressed’ February 22, 2012
Keith Kendrick & Sylvia Needham - ‘Well Dressed’ - I count myself very lucky to work on occasions with Keith Kendrick & Sylvia N... [MORE]
‘Imeall' from Irish chanteuse Mairead Ni Mhaonaigh February 18, 2012
I first met the beautiful Irish chanteuse Mairead Ni Mhaonaigh in 1978 when she performed at St Mary’s Church Hall in Hastings (rather unchari... [MORE]
‘Scribe and Jester’ from Tom Hitt February 18, 2012
“Are all those mood changes on the same album?” I was asked that question more than once when listening to ‘Scribe and Jester&rsqu... [MORE]
‘Skulk’ from Jim Moray February 17, 2012
Perhaps its Jim Moray’s numerous tales of brushes with death on previous recordings that inspired him to use the collective noun for foxes &ls... [MORE]
‘Ruminantia’ from Horses Brawl February 14, 2012
There’s an unearthly, vaporous, almost elemental quality flowing through ‘Ruminantia’ from Horses Brawl, with contributing element... [MORE]
‘Brilliant Tease’ from Louise Killeen February 13, 2012
Absorb these songs as they wash over you. Relax while they pull you into the warm velvet embrace of pure, ecstatic, accomplished song writing. That&... [MORE]
IONA – ‘Another Realm’ February 09, 2012
IONA – ‘Another Realm’ - Open Sky Records (OPENSKY 16) - I’ll only mention it once (and believe me, it’s a compliment)... [MORE]
‘Rebirth’ the debut album from Nottingham-based singer-songwriter Anthony Greentree February 09, 2012
Is it acoustic folk or folk-rock? Is it pastoral folk with medieval influences? Although it is undoubtedly a fresh and eclectic mix of all the forme... [MORE]
‘On The Run’ from Texas-born Richard Allen Gilbert February 08, 2012
It’s ‘man with guitar’ time again (as a certain Mr Carroll often says) – that’s one man writing, singing and playing. ... [MORE]
Sunday Never Comes’ from Jackstraw February 02, 2012
My first encounter with Jackstraw was some years ago on hearing their album ‘Rubber Wheels’ so when their latest album arrived it was li... [MORE]
Waggon Tales - dirty-sweet American bluegrass February 01, 2012
There's nothing like gutsy, low-down, dirty-sweet American bluegrass ... from London - yep that’s right London, England. That's where you'll f... [MORE]
Bram Taylor - ‘Jokers And Rogues’ January 27, 2012
Bram Taylor - ‘Jokers And Rogues’ - with the current trend from younger artists trying to be cool by writing ultra-clever lyrics with in... [MORE]
Cormac O Caoimh - ‘A New Season for Love January 27, 2012
Sometime front-man of The Citadels, Cormac O Caoimh has released his second solo album - ‘A New Season for Love’. It’s a mellow wa... [MORE]
‘Clocked’ from Noam Weinstein January 26, 2012
Why do I love folk-Americana? Because it has teeth that bite, a raging-bull presence, intricate twists and turns, and all the expectant intrigue of ... [MORE]
Miranda Sykes and Rex Preston January 25, 2012
Miranda Sykes and Rex Preston - I declare I had more than a passing interest in this recording as soon as I saw the photograph of Rex Preston’... [MORE]
'London ReBorn' from Simon McKechnie - sweeping vistas and changing paces January 23, 2012
‘London ReBorn’ by Simon McKechnie is an intriguing collection of ‘old-new’ folk songs that encapsulate the variety of life ... [MORE]
‘One Fine Morning’ from Chris Chambers January 20, 2012
How do superb musicians remain hidden from me either by time, distance or accident? One such is Chris Chambers. I’ve listened to this powerful... [MORE]
‘Pieces of the Puzzle’ by Joanna Weston January 18, 2012
Listening to ‘Pieces of the Puzzle’ by Joanna Weston is an enjoyable and lyrically enchanting musical experience. The only downside is t... [MORE]
‘Nine and Fifty Swans’ from Norwegian progressive gothic-folk artist Tirill January 16, 2012
It takes nerve to base an album around the poems of WB Yeats. Not the easiest poetry to access – wrapped in allusive imagery, mysticism, symbo... [MORE]
Merlin's Keep - infectious, energetic folk rock January 15, 2012
Hailing from Grimsby on the English East Coast five-piece Merlin's Keep play infectious, energetic, thoughtful Celtic folk rock based around three, ... [MORE]
Mr. Bookshop’ a fine collection of self-penned songs January 12, 2012
The minute the opening track ‘Weak’ kicks-in, Polly Barrett’s voice reaches out to demand your undivided attention. There’s ... [MORE]
‘My Friend Marx’ the debut album from Irish folk-blues singer songwriter Marc O'Reilly January 11, 2012
Do the roots of Americana thrive in Ireland? Does the inspiration of Irish folk blend with the blues? Listen to ‘My Friend Marx’ the deb... [MORE]
‘Tales of Power’ from Magicfolk - a dazzling album January 06, 2012
The memories of the Winter Solstice and Yule fade. The expectations of the awakening of Imbolc beckon. However, there’s a guaranteed way to dr... [MORE]
‘Hundred Bars, A Thousand Cars’ - Robert Cooper December 07, 2011
Here’s an album that’s worth your time. It has the simplicity and authority of ‘man-with-guitar’ style despite the fact he a... [MORE]
'Now We Are Six Again' - Steeleye Span December 04, 2011
Who said you can’t re-live your youth? Well, I certainly have by going back to 1974. Was it really that long ago that Steeleye first release... [MORE]
Mary MacMaster and Donald Hay - ‘Love And Reason’ December 03, 2011
We in the ‘folk’ world are blessed with inventive musicians and although, it must be said that the coupling of vocals, harp and drums (o... [MORE]
‘A Sound In The Frosty Air’ by Albion Christmas Band November 27, 2011
‘A Sound In The Frosty Air’ by Albion Christmas Band - I’ve just had to slag off a certain ‘folk’(?) band for daring t... [MORE]
'Moonshee' - mix of Indian and British folk cultures November 27, 2011
I suppose the mark of any good CD is when you can play it to your mates (even those not remotely interested in ‘folk’) whilst grooving... [MORE]
‘American Songwriter’ from Danny Darst - poignant tales you’ll want to hear November 26, 2011
‘American Songwriter’ from Danny Darst holds a subtle yet inexorable power. I know, I’ve just spent three days of my life listeni... [MORE]
‘A Treasury Of Shanties And Songs Of The Sea’ from various artists November 21, 2011
‘A Treasury Of Shanties And Songs Of The Sea’ from various artists. Now don’t get me wrong, I suppose like many of the general pu... [MORE]
'Yoke' from The Existence of Harvey Lord November 20, 2011
Not everyone will know The Existence of Harvey Lord. They’re not exactly main stream. They blend strangely related stories in a wandering styl... [MORE]
The Woodbine & Ivy Band - traditional, innovative folk November 14, 2011
The Woodbine & Ivy Band, a collective with superlative musical flair, perform traditional songs in an innovative folk rock vein. They also emplo... [MORE]
‘In My Life’ from Kathy Barwick November 12, 2011
It’s all in the blend - a diverse mix of Americana, bluegrass and Irish folk, consummate skill, an accomplished multi-instrumentalist, and 30-... [MORE]
‘Arise And Go!’ from Stephen James Smith and Enda Reilly November 09, 2011
Occasionally, just occasionally something truly beautiful, original and enticing comes to your ears. And when it does it strikes deep and lingers ... [MORE]
‘Memory of Voices’ from singer-songwriter Andrew Wiltshire November 08, 2011
Infectious; outside of the medical definition, in·fec·tious means ‘easily or readily communicated’: such as an infectious ... [MORE]
Wooden Horse - ‘What Comes Around’ October 26, 2011
Take two guys, tightly-tempered gutsy guitars, seamlessly melded harmonic vocals, then wrap that around a folksy, bluesy mix of Americana and you&rs... [MORE]
‘Blink…And You Miss It’ from Merry Hell October 24, 2011
‘Blink…And You Miss It’ from Merry Hell - Guitar riffs, shouty, singable anthems…what more could you ask for on a trip d... [MORE]
‘Home Is Where Your Heartlands’ from Navaro October 20, 2011
‘Home Is Where Your Heartlands’ from Navaro, the follow up to their inspired 2008 album ‘Under Diamond Skies’ has been a l... [MORE]
Pharis & Jason Romero - ‘A Passing Glimpse’ October 19, 2011
I’m known to have a predilection for American music – folk, blues, country and bluegrass – especially old-time and early music. ... [MORE]
John Doyle - Shadow And Light’ October 18, 2011
John Doyle may, at first hearing appear an earnest, thought provoking artist but at least he cannot be accused of being dull. By that I mean he u... [MORE]
The Bad Shepherds - ‘By Hook or By Crook’ October 17, 2011
The Bad Shepherds new album - ‘By Hook or By Crook’ - at first the idea of ‘folk’ with a punk attitude didn’t appeal t... [MORE]
The Once – ‘Row Upon Row Of The People They Know’ October 10, 2011
The Once – ‘Row Upon Row Of The People They Know’ - Not many Internationally established Canadian folk artists immediately sprin... [MORE]
‘Nothing at All’ from Jigfoot October 10, 2011
There’s something uniquely reassuring about English dance tunes. Perhaps it’s their fragile resilience in an increasingly less-than-pe... [MORE]
Roy Harper - ‘Songs Of Love And Loss’ October 07, 2011
Few musicians reach ‘icon’ status in their genre, fewer still truly deserve the accolade, one who does is Roy Harper. Never compliant t... [MORE]
‘Doors At Eight’ from Peter Knight’s Gigspanner October 06, 2011
I must admit that I couldn’t wait to get my hands on ‘Doors At Eight’ from Peter Knight’s Gigspanner, a gem of a recording ... [MORE]
Heather Styka - ‘Lifeboats for Atlantis’ October 04, 2011
One word leaps to mind to describe Heather Styka’s voice – purity. On Heather’s new album ‘Lifeboats for Atlantis’ she... [MORE]
‘Wriggle and Writhe’ from Tim Edey & Brendan Power October 03, 2011
‘Wriggle and Writhe’ from Tim Edey & Brendan Power - for those that have not seen them before, Tim and Brendan are without doubt (... [MORE]
Mark Atherton - ‘To Bring Me Home To You’ October 01, 2011
Gentle, poignant, thoughtful songs that slide into your ears with the subtlety of a healing balm. This is music to savour to appreciate its delica... [MORE]
‘Acoustic Gold’ – from Acoustic Strawbs September 30, 2011
‘Acoustic Gold’ – from Acoustic Strawbs - as the blurb says, The Strawbs have created a unique niche for their progressive ... [MORE]
Nimming Ned - ‘Summon the Crows’ September 29, 2011
There’s a new album from Nimming Ned out on FolkWit Records – it’s called ‘Summon the Crows’ and it’s damn good... [MORE]
The Abion Band - ‘Fighting Room’ EP September 28, 2011
The Abion Band - ‘Fighting Room’ EP - Wipe away any nostalgic tears you might feel like shedding as the baton of The Albion Band is pa... [MORE]
Marvin B. Naylor - ‘The Stargazer’s Symphonium’ September 23, 2011
It took a while for some to get inside Marvin B. Naylor’s first album - the follow up ‘The Stargazer’s Symphonium’ is just a... [MORE]
‘A Countryman’s Favour’ from Piefinger September 19, 2011
Scintillating strings entwined across soothing harmonies with lyrics that draw elusive mind-pictures. This album interleaves a mélange of e... [MORE]
‘Frozen Trees’ - Wing and Hollow September 17, 2011
As the lyrics of the opening track say: “...there’s something beautiful” - and it’s true, ‘Frozen Trees’ the lat... [MORE]
‘Songs From The Barley Temple’ - Rapunzel & Sedayne August 16, 2011
The spirit of traditional yet unconventional, far-reaching and natural folk survives in the deftly dramatic, effortlessly enchanting, musical inte... [MORE]
Charlie Betts - ‘A New World’. August 15, 2011
The laid back fluency of Charlie Betts’ previous album continues through the gentle and more abundant tones of his latest - ‘A New World... [MORE]
‘Folk ‘n’ Glory’ - Bleeding Hearts August 13, 2011
‘Folk ‘n’ Glory’ the new self-recorded album from iconoclastic punk-folk rockers Bleeding Hearts is hard-hitting punk-folk w... [MORE]
Hal Cannon August 05, 2011
Hal Cannon sings songs from the old American West, he tells tales of cowboys - the open range and hidden trails; meetings and partings; scenery bo... [MORE]
‘Harp and a Monkey’ August 01, 2011
Haunting and surreal describes the debut album from ‘Harp and a Monkey’. Its wide expanse of folk electronica draws you into a realm po... [MORE]
‘Move That Thing’ from The Beaver Street Hat Band July 26, 2011
Here we go again with another dose of high horse-power Americana with attitude, supercharged skiffle on speed and full-on folk fuelled with funk.... [MORE]
‘If Stones Could Talk’ by Gene and Gayla Mills July 21, 2011
Take the cornerstones of acoustic Americana, add a touch of bluegrass, country and folk, mix together with dedication, superb musicianship and the... [MORE]
Cheyenne Brown - ‘Parallel Latitudes’ July 18, 2011
Now there’s a chance to absorb Cheyenne Brown's consummate skill on the harp with her new album ‘Parallel Latitudes’ - also recog... [MORE]
‘Dead Man’s Hand’ - Harpeth Rising July 13, 2011
There’s a distinctive sound arrived from America, part folk, part bluegrass with a touch of classical and it’s wholly wonderful - Harp... [MORE]
Chris Ricketts - ‘Port of Escape’ July 11, 2011
There’s one more reason England’s rich tradition of seafaring songs is now a little less likely to fade with the steady decline of its... [MORE]
‘Long Gone: Utah Remembers Bruce “Utah” Phillips’ July 07, 2011
‘Long Gone: Utah Remembers Bruce “Utah” Phillips’ – is a vital piece of folk history and a tribute to the music, prese... [MORE]
Kate MacLeod and Kat Eggleston - ‘Lost and Found’ July 05, 2011
Kate MacLeod and Kat Eggleston have released their second album as a duo – and it’s a triumph. ‘Lost and Found' blends original an... [MORE]
‘Well Spun Lies’ from Greg Harper July 03, 2011
‘Well Spun Lies’ from Greg Harper is an album of delicious self-penned songs delivered by an English songwriter writing about his coun... [MORE]
Elle Osborne - ‘So Slowly Slowly Got She Up’ June 30, 2011
Elle Osborne delivers the poignant promise of her EP ‘Good Grief’ with the unique and enthralling ‘So Slowly Slowly Got She Up&rs... [MORE]
‘Overgrown Tales’ from The Crooked Fiddle Band June 23, 2011
‘Overgrown Tales’ from The Crooked Fiddle Band will split the folk fraternity – no ambiguity here, no fence-sitting, you will des... [MORE]
Oonagh Derby - ‘Harmony Street’ June 19, 2011
An outstanding cover of ‘About You Now’ immediately connects (this is how it should be sung) delivered by the emotive voice of singer ... [MORE]
‘A Leap of Faith’ - Buskalaska June 17, 2011
Should you decide to busk your way from Anchorage, Alaska via the Rockies to Alberta then choosing ‘Buskalaska’ is a good enough name (a... [MORE]
Battlefield Band - 'Line Up' June 14, 2011
There’s something permanent about Battlefield Band – personnel change, faces come and go but the band remains – much like the fou... [MORE]
‘All I Have Is Here’ - Barricades Rise June 12, 2011
The second album from Barricades Rise gives the lie to the popular belief that a first album is hard to follow – not true in this case.... [MORE]
‘Secrets’ - Circus Envy June 08, 2011
With their new album, ‘Secrets’, Hull-based band Circus Envy cut loose with their wide-ranging, expressive diversity of 21st century fol... [MORE]
‘Invisible Angel’ from Nikki Matheson May 31, 2011
‘Invisible Angel’ is an album of radiance from Nikki Matheson that will take you through a rich variety of incarnations as you fall dee... [MORE]
‘Backwoods’ by Sean Siegfried May 26, 2011
There are many reasons to buy a copy of ‘Backwoods’ - a folk-guitar instrumental album by Sean Siegfried – the guitar technique, t... [MORE]
Liam Blake - ‘You And Other Stories’ May 23, 2011
Liam Blake writes memorable songs that effortlessly blend folk, pop and acoustic to fashion alluring tunes around thoughtful lyrics. On his debut a... [MORE]
‘House of Memory’ from Rose Laughlin May 18, 2011
There’s a new album you should buy – don’t wait, do it right now - it’s an exercise in perfection that you will listen to ... [MORE]
‘Life, Love & Chocolate’, the latest album from Wendy Arrowsmith May 17, 2011
There’s a quintessential beauty about ‘Life, Love & Chocolate’, the latest album from Wendy Arrowsmith with its mix of traditi... [MORE]
‘Postcard From Antigua’ from Josh Joffen May 11, 2011
‘Postcard From Antigua’ from Josh Joffen oozes the essence of American folk - from the minute the title track kicks in you know you&rsq... [MORE]
