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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
Folk and Tumble’s Indie-Folk Playlist – February 2020
Folk and Tumble's Indie-Folk Playlist for February 2020 features Sufjan Stevens, Emily Barker, Basia Bulat, John Blek, Pinegrove, and more great music.
'Never Say Goodbye' is the first studio album from Luan Parle since 2010's 'The Full Circle' and based on first listens, it's been a decade well spent.
Julie Abbé's latest release 'Numberless Dreams' finds her paying tribute to work of the great poet WB Yeats by bringing together great music and songs.
Seth Lakeman is back with 'The Pilgrim's Tale'. A concept album documenting the journery of the English sailing ship The Mayflower four hundred years ago.
'Already Forgiven' is the new single from the upcoming Basia Bulat album 'Are You In Love?' With guitar, strings, and howling wind, it's simply beautiful.
It's 2020 and we need a protest song. Step up Oxygen Thief's Barry Dolan. The Bristolian's alter-ego Non Canon has something to say in 'Dark Force Rising'.
'The Embers' in the fifth release from John Blek in as many years. It follows on from his previous releases in forming a complete set of stunning work.
'Ailm' is a bluesy alt-folk record from Irish songwriting duo Blackbird and Crow. It's an album full of soul, passion, honesty, and some dirty blues guitar.
'The Green Man' by Brona McVittie marks the rebirth of winter into spring and sets a level of excitement for the release of her new album later in the year.
Live Reviews
Seth Lakeman and Malojian live in The Empire, Belfast
Ryan Bingham takes the stage in Belfast for a night showcasing the singer and songwriter's exceptional talent and inspired choice of cover song material.
One of the world's finest Irish traditional acts, Altan, the Donegal-based quartet take the stage in The Duncairn, Belfast for a stunning live performance.
Folk and Tumble Interviews and Articles
New music and European tour dates from Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit return with a brand new album 'Reunions', and news of a supporting tour including ten dates across Europe in November 2020.
Interview with Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and Martin Kelly of Altan
Back in January, we took some time to interview Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and Martin Kelly of Irish trad music legends Altan about their music and longevity.
