All things folk, country, Americana, and blues at Folk and Tumble

Established in 2010, Folk and Tumble reviews the latest folk, country, Americana, and blues records and interviews the writers and players behind the music.

New Music

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A Terrible Beauty – Christy Moore

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6th November 2024

Christy Moore returns with another wonderful album full of politics and passion.

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Resist – A Playlist

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6th November 2024

In dark times music and the people behind the songs inspire. The world needs that right now.

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Redesign – Ryan McMullan

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4th November 2024

'Redesign' is the highly anticipated debut album by Ryan McMullan. While It might have been a while coming, it has been well worth the wait.

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American Stories Major Chords – Beau Jennings & The Tigers

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26th October 2024

On 'American Stories Major Chords', Beau Jennings & The Tigers presents a world where the flow of everyday life illuminates the deepest nature of the human experience.

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In the Real World – Eric Bibb

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26th October 2024

'In the Real World' finds bluesman Eric Bibb delivering the message of hope and tolerance that today's world needs.

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The Woman I Would Be – Emily Haden Lee

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21st October 2024

Inspired by adversity,' The Woman I Would Be' is the inspiring and uplifting debut album by Emily Haden Lee.

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Feet First – Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra

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16th October 2024

Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra return with rocking new record 'Feet First' and an Autumn - Winter U.K tour.

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Vivir En Espana – The Reverend Shawn Amos

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27th September 2024

Recorded over two nights during a recent Spnaish tour, 'Vivir En Espana' is the new exciting live album by The Reverend Shawn Amos.

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Kindness on the Streets – Artists for The People’s Kitchen, Belfast

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13th September 2024

'Kindness on the Streets' is a charity album featuring the best of the international music community in aid of The People's Kitchen Belfast.

Folk and Tumble Interviews and Articles

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Interview with Damo Dempsey

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4th November 2024

Damo Dempsey returns to the recording fray, and talks to Folk and Tumble about the new album, and the issues that formed it.

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Red Sky July Announce New Album

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24th October 2024

Red Sky July announce new album. 'Misty Morning' Spring 2025 release date and special limited edition vinyl.

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The Dodge Brothers release new single, ‘Rock Island Line’

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21st October 2024

The Dodge Brothers release playful tribute to Skiffle with cover of the Lonnie Donegan classic, Rock Island Line' recorded for Brian Epstein inspired movie, Midas Man.

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Rory Gallagher’s Fender Stratocaster secured for National Museum of Ireland

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17th October 2024

After today's auction Rory Gallagher's Iconic 1961 Fender Stratocaster has been secured for National Museum of Ireland.

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Jessica Lynn Releases Single & Announces New Album

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16th October 2024

Acclaimed Brooklyn-born country artist and songwriter Jessica Lynn, releases stunning new single ahead of new album release in 2025.

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Interview with Joshua Burnell

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11th October 2024

Folk & Tumble catches up with Folk-rocker Joshua Burnell ahead of his upcoming 'Moonlight Tour' tour of the UK.

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Interview with Andy McGibbon of The Bonnevilles

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8th October 2024

Ahead of going into the studio to record a new album, we catch up with Andy McGibbon of the Bonnevilles to talk about the recording process.

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Interview with Anthony Toner

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4th October 2024

Anthony Toner catches up with Folk and Tumble to discuss his new 'mini album', musical realtionships and touring.

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Dom Martin Announces UK Tour

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4th October 2024

Blues guitarist Dom Martin returns to the UK and Ireland this winter with an 18 date tour celebrating the release of his forthcoming live album 'Buried Alive'.